Northern wins Eco Innovation Award

Northern Rail wins Eco Innovation Award

Northern Rail has reiterated its commitment to sustainability by scooping the ‘Environment’ title at this year’s Rail Industry Innovation Awards.

The award is the result of the rail operator’s commitment to conserving water at its train wash plants and for making a real difference in reducing its water consumption activities at its four depots across the north of England.

By investing in more efficient brushes, environmentally friendlier chemicals and a more concentrated water application, Northern now produces better cleaning results and has reduced its water consumption by between 50% and 70%.

Stuart Draper, Director of Engineering for Northern Rail, comments:”This award recognises our commitment to sustainability and acknowledges the success of this project, which was focussed on improving the cleanliness of our trains whilst also improving our impact on the environment.”