Train Disruptions Announced: Replacement Services Impact Multiple Towns
Planned signalling upgrades will disrupt train services on February 22, impacting multiple towns along the Great Eastern Main Line. Passengers are strongly advised to check their travel plans ahead of time.
Details of the Train Disruptions
On the day of the disruptions, services will continue to operate between the following locations:
- Norwich and Diss
- Ipswich and London
- Bury St Edmunds and Cambridge
- Bury St Edmunds and Peterborough
However, rail replacement buses will be utilized on two key routes:
- Between Diss and Ipswich
- Between Bury St Edmunds and Ipswich
Statements from Officials
Martin Beable, the managing director of Greater Anglia, commented on the importance of this engineering work. He highlighted that the upgrades are necessary for modernizing the railway and ensuring reliable services. He urged customers to allow extra travel time and apologized for any inconvenience caused.
The signalling upgrades aim to replace outdated equipment used for tracking train locations. This project is part of a broader initiative to enhance the reliability of rail services, utilizing new digital technology.
Katie Frost, the Anglia route director for Network Rail, emphasized the necessity of the signalling replacement during downtime. The transition from analogue to digital systems will not only reduce current delays but also prepare the railway for future improvements.
Passenger Advisory
Passengers should utilize journey planners to navigate the changes effectively. Allowing additional time for travel will help mitigate the impact of the planned disruptions on February 22.
