Some railway lines in south-east England are to be painted white to prevent them from overheating ahead of the summer, ...

Buckled rails caused by hot weather led to ... Engineers also check track stability each winter and strengthen weak sections.

Hundreds of Network Rail workers ... of miles of track. As the steel rails heat up, they expand and can start to curve, otherwise known as "buckling," which disrupts train services. From April 1, 2023 ...

1,500 litres of white paint are being painted onto railway tracks ahead of the summer months to keep passengers and freight ...

Around 1,500 litres of white paint will be applied to railway tracks in preparation for hot weather. Network Rail/PA Wire ...