By providing outputs that enable improvement of current practices and facilitate the introduction of new technology, the programme addresses new and unknown risks and helps overcome barriers to change. Find out about the scope and remit of our research programme.
From idea to impact, successful progression through the research journey is reliant on collaboration between RSSB, industry and the Department for Transport (DfT). Find out about the process, outputs and outcomes.
Learn about how the RSSB research programme is funded, and about the wider rail research and innovation landscape.
RSSB’s pipeline of research is structured around the goals of making the railway safer and more efficient for its customers. Learn more about the current workstreams.
The governance arrangements for the programme ensure that we conduct research that benefits the industry and its customers. Learn more about the governance processes.