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Nova 1 at Manchester Victoria

TPE urges customers not to travel as power outage causes major disruption across the network

TransPennine Express (TPE) is urging customers not to travel on any of its services for the remainder of today (Thursday 6 August) following a power outage affecting rail operations in Manchester.

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Free blood pressure checks available at Hull Paragon station

Members of the public are being invited to get free blood pressure checks at Hull Paragon station as part of a new weekly health initiative hosted at the Safer Hull Paragon Hub. 

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Green-fingered Beaver Scouts help boost biodiversity at Stalybridge station

A group of enthusiastic Beaver Scouts helped transform a Greater Manchester station by planting flowers and plants which will help wildlife flourish.

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Suppliers from North of England help transform TPE’s Nova 1 train seating

Businesses from across the North are helping transform one of TransPennine Express’s fleet of trains with new distinctive seat covers.

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TPE to run extra services for customers travelling from Edinburgh Fringe Festival

TransPennine Express (TPE) is set to run up to two extra services a day for festivalgoers travelling to and from this year’s Edinburgh Fringe.  

Commonwealth Games First Class menu

TPE serves up a taste of the Commonwealth with exclusive First Class menu

TransPennine Express (TPE) is celebrating the 2026 Commonwealth Games by launching a limited-edition onboard menu inspired by the flavours of nations across the Commonwealth – from spicy Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Coconut Rice to a classic West Coast Cheeseboard celebrating the UK.

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Inspiration exhibition train brings landmark national tour to a close in Scarborough

TransPennine Express (TPE) welcomed visitors aboard Inspiration as the hugely popular free exhibition train completed its nationwide tour at Scarborough station.

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More than 70 staff from TransPennine Express learn sign language

Dozens of staff at train operator TransPennine Express (TPE) are learning sign language to help make rail journeys easier for hearing-impaired customers. 

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TransPennine Express launches flash group ticket sale with bigger savings

TransPennine Express (TPE) is offering groups an even bigger saving this summer with a limited-time increase to its group booking discount. 

Steve O'Callaghan TPE's Safeguarding and Crime Prevention Lead with Pets as Therapy dog Nya on Look North

Sheffield rail safety champion recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

TransPennine Express (TPE) Safeguarding and Crime Prevention Lead Steve O’Callaghan has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to rail safety.

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Free railway exhibition train proves a hit in Hull

TransPennine Express (TPE) invited people to step aboard Inspiration as the hugely popular free exhibition train arrived at Hull Paragon station over the weekend.

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Fond farewell to Glasgow conductor Bernie after 44 years on the railway

TransPennine Express (TPE) has said a fond farewell to Glasgow-based conductor Bernie McBride, who retired in May after an incredible 44-year career on the railway.