train operating company
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[edit]train operating company (plural train operating companies)
- (UK, rail transport) A company that operates passenger trains on the mainline railway network in Great Britain under franchise or license from the Government.
- 2019 November 6, “Industry Insider: Blame the policymakers”, in Rail, page 76:
- The DfT has remained committed to Driver Controlled Operation with the elimination of guards, and expects train operating companies to work in this mode when new vehicles are introduced.