LNER's The Fast Track

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London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is proud to launch a brand new podcast series called ‘The Fast Track’ which offers a unique insight into life at LNER. The series will showcase LNER’s people, places and pioneering approach when it comes to delivering customers the best possible experience, from dedicated colleagues determined to make a difference, to digital innovation making rail travel simpler and smarter.

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The LNER 1923 Restaurant

Nov 08 2023 20 mins

In this episode, we take you on a culinary journey to tickle your tastebuds. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of London North Eastern Railway we transported diners through time with our unique 1923 pop-up restaurant. Over two nights guests were treated to a fully immersive experience designed to showcase some of the most delicious served to train passengers

LNER-CALM: News Against Living Miserably

Oct 10 2023 11 mins

Ahead of World Mental Health Day (10 October 2023), LNER and Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) have marked five years of their partnership by unveiling a newly named train 'You Belong' which will travel the length of the country, raising awareness of the vital support CALM provides. For one day only, a ‘News Against Living Miserably’ news stand was opened in Ne

A journey back in time

Sep 29 2023 17 mins

In this episode, we take a journey back in time as part of our celebrations marking the centenary of the LNER brand taking Grantham railway station back to 1923. The special event delighted and surprised customers who were greeted by colleagues, a 1920s jazz band, and archive posters and photos taking them on a journey back in time. We also celebrate another important milestone - t

100 Years of Firsts

Aug 23 2023 17 mins

Hear some of the incredible stories of ‘100 Years of Firsts’ in this episode as we celebrate iconic moments from the past century on the East Coast route. From an author writing their first book, to rail records and exciting careers, a five-year-old’s first trip to a West End show, to relationships that blossomed, the major new exhibition and multimedia gallery shines a

A focus on the future

Aug 01 2023 22 mins

We focus on the future in this episode, showcasing the innovative ideas and concepts generated for this year’s FutureLabs, LNER’s flagship accelerator programme which looks at ways of making rail travel even better.We feature six startups as they pitch their technology solutions to some of the challenges faced by the rail and travel industries at a special Demo Day.From dynamic

Celebrating two LNER giants: Flying Scotsman returns home and a momentous milestone for Mallard

Jul 10 2023 23 mins

A special episode celebrating two LNER giants as Flying Scotsman returns to the city where she was built. As she celebrates her centenary year, we hear from the family of a former driver about his proud past and we mark the 85th anniversary of the 1938 Mallard speed record with the great grandson of the man who drove the locomotive up to 126mph. Hosted on Acast. Se

LNER- Life at LNER

Jun 16 2023 29 mins

This bumper episode gives an insight into the great variety of careers within LNER and the diverse backgrounds and skills colleagues bring with them. From a former cathedral constable who is now a Train Manager, to an A grade student looking to a bright future, a glimpse behind the scenes of LNER’s social media team and top tips about job opportunities, take a listen to our

LNER- Century

May 19 2023 20 mins

In a special episode, we celebrate the naming of our first liveried train as part of the Azuma fleet on the East Coast route with Named ‘Century’, it salutes LNER’s people and pioneering approach over the past one hundred years since the LNER brand first came into being in 1923. The special livery was revealed amid a fanfare and celebrations at York railway station on the 15t

LNER-Leading the way on digital innovation and smarter fares

Apr 11 2023 20 mins

In Episode 3, we focus on how digital innovation is transforming travel for our customers. From the award-winning LNER app, to using a QR code to order food directly to your seat, and trials of digital signs to assist with boarding, we find out about the pioneering work being done by LNER's specialist Digital Team. We also look ahead to how LNER is leading the way when it comes to

LNER- International Women's Day 2023

Mar 06 2023 23 mins

This International Women's Day, LNER is proud to celebrate women from a diverse range of career backgrounds who contribute to the colourful colleague tapestry of our workforce. At LNER 43% of our colleagues are women. In this special episode, we hear from women in our business who have come from a variety of career backgrounds, including a former cruise ship dancer who now leads in