West Midlands Trains, a prominent player in the railway transportation services industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2017, the company operates primarily across the West Midlands region, providing essential rail services that connect urban and rural communities alike.
With a focus on delivering reliable and efficient train services, West Midlands Trains offers a range of products, including commuter and regional services, which are designed to enhance passenger experience through modern facilities and punctuality. The company has made significant strides in improving service quality and customer satisfaction, positioning itself as a key transport provider in the UK rail network.
Notable achievements include the introduction of new rolling stock and investment in station upgrades, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and innovation in railway transportation.
+7 vs industry average
West Midlands Trains’s score of 28 is lower than 44% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Rail Transport is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Rail Transport industry has reduced its overall emissions by 26% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
West Midlands Trains's reported carbon emissions
West Midlands Trains, a railway transportation services provider headquartered in GB, has outlined a comprehensive climate commitment with a long-term goal of achieving Net Zero Carbon by 2050. This ambition encompasses all operational scopes: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
In terms of emissions data, for the reporting year 2025, West Midlands Trains reported approximately 86.8 million kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with Scope 1 contributing about 39.1 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 accounting for approximately 47.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for business travel were reported at about 55,000 kg CO2e. The total calculated emissions for 2025 were approximately 86.8 million kg CO2e.
For the 2024 reporting year, total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 82.3 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 35.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 46.8 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 business travel emissions were around 91,000 kg CO2e. The total calculated emissions for 2024 were approximately 82.2 million kg CO2e.
Earlier data from 2020 indicates Scope 1 emissions of approximately 43.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 55.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 75.3 million kg CO2e.
West Midlands Trains is committed to its Net Zero carbon strategy, aiming to achieve this significant reduction by 2050. While specific interim reduction targets are not detailed here, the overarching commitment to Net Zero by 2050 demonstrates a clear direction for climate action within their operations.
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West Midlands Trains’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2050
We have developed a Net Zero carbon Strategy setting out a l…
We have developed a Net Zero carbon Strategy setting out a long-term pathway towards achieving Net Zero Carbon from all of operations (scope…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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