Market monitoring

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has found that the railway station catering market is not working as effectively as it should be. Greater competition in this market would drive better value for passengers and for taxpayers.

Railway signalling systems are fundamental to the safe and efficient operation of modern railways.

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has today launched a market study into railway station catering.

We have published our annual report of the open access market, which provides insight on recent developments in the industry.

Following our review into the rail signalling market, changes in how this equipment is procured look set to deliver better value for money.

Competition in the supply chains which support Great Britain’s railway services is essential if passengers and taxpayers are to receive a high-quality service at an efficient cost.