Chair of IRR speaks on the Green Signals Podcast

“The railway needs to become a more retail-oriented organisation…People have choices about when to travel, how to travel and whether to travel at all” Anthony Smith speaks with Rail Professional about the changing role of stations, innovation in ticketing and how private investment can help transform the passenger experience on GB rail. Full article here.

Discover more about how independent rail retailers can boost train usage and revenue, aiding the new government in creating a thriving rail industry.

“IRR members are passionate about making it simpler for customers to choose to travel by rail, and helping the industry fill empty seats”. Read Rail Director magazine’s interview with Anthony Smith, Chair of IRR, as he discusses the vital role that independent retailers must play in the future of rail ticketing, and his own immediate […]

With no need for government funding, independent rail retailers could generate significant additional revenue for the railways. Read more in the latest edition of Passenger Transport, where Chair of the IRR, Anthony Smith dives into the role of independent rail retailers.

Watch the latest episode of the Green Signals podcast where the Chair of Independent Rail Retailers talks about the opportunities and challenges in the rail sector.

Anthony Smith became the new Chair of Independent Rail Retailers (IRR) today after stepping down from his role as Chief Executive at Transport Focus.

Following today’s launch of the Virgin Trains Ticketing ‘Charter for Change’,  Anthony Smith, Chairman of Independent Rail Retailers said…