Pete Waterman gets locomotive named in his honour

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The music mogul has served as president of the Railway Benefit Fund



Veteran music producer and rail enthusiast Pete Waterman OBE has had a locomotive named in his honour.

Freight train operator Freightliner held a naming ceremony at Crewe railway station in Cheshire on Wednesday to mark the Coventry-born producer's contribution to the industry.

The music mogul has served as president of the Railway Benefit Fund over the past five years.

The charity, which supports current and former railway workers and their families, has raised almost £2 million in donations during his tenure.

Chief executive Jo Kaye described the 77-year-old as a well-known railway devotee who had championed the industry and its workforce.

"He has been instrumental in making our fundraising events a success, always finding the time to engage with railway workers nationwide, actively supporting and promoting all range of media and hospitality events," Ms Kaye said.

The loco naming was designed as an acknowledgement of his contribution and a thank you from the charity and families that had been supported.

"I have known Pete throughout my railway career," added Freightliner Group chief executive Tim Shoveller.

"He is a true railway supporter, always happy to give up his time and contribute to the benefit of the railways."

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