LRQA certifies Northern Rail to new energy standard
18/10/2011
UK’s largest train operator certified ti ISO 50001 as part of its in ongoing commitment to improved energy efficiency.
UK’s largest train operator certified ti ISO 50001 as part of its in ongoing commitment to improved energy efficiency.
Lloyd’s Register Quality Assurance (LRQA) has certified Northern Rail to the new ISO 50001 energy-management standard as the UK's largest train operator looks to further improve its energy performance and reduce its carbon footprint.
“ISO 5000l certification is another important achievement for Northern Rail and demonstrates their continued commitment to smart and responsible environmental management," Mike James, Managing Director of LRQA, said. "In future, organisations will need to consider more diverse sources of energy as governments seek to reduce reliance on fossil-based fuel for reasons of climate change and energy security. In this context, improving energy efficiency is seen as a significant future source, making the implementation and certification of Northern Rail’s energy-management system a smart, strategic move.”
“With ISO 50001 certification through LRQA Business Assurance, we have embedded a system-wide strategy for energy management, instead of approaching it on a project-by-project basis,” said Ian Bevan, Managing Director of Northern Rail.
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