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Longer platforms, modernised signalling and upgraded track will help Manchester Airport station accommodate more trains. Kier's latest contract demonstrates the engineering investment needed to create a more resilient railway. kier.co.uk/news-and-events/n…

Greater rail capacity at Manchester Airport will strengthen connections between northern communities and international destinations. Kier's £54m contract is a key part of the station's wider £115m upgrade. kier.co.uk/news-and-events/n…

Kier has secured a £54m contract to remodel Manchester Airport railway station, extending platforms and upgrading infrastructure to support more reliable services and better connections across the North. kier.co.uk/news-and-events/n…

The first new passenger rail tunnel beneath the Hudson River in more than a century is taking shape. WSP's work on the project highlights how investment in new infrastructure can support more resilient intercity rail networks. wsp.com/en-gb/news/2026/wsp-…

From feasibility studies to construction, WSP has supported the Hudson Tunnel Project since 2010. The start of tunnel boring demonstrates the sustained engineering commitment needed to deliver major rail infrastructure. wsp.com/en-gb/news/2026/wsp-…

More reliable rail connections between New York and New Jersey are a step closer. The Hudson Tunnel Project will strengthen one of America's busiest rail corridors, with WSP providing engineering expertise throughout its development. wsp.com/en-gb/news/2026/wsp-…

Construction of a new rail tunnel beneath New York’s Hudson River has reached a major milestone, with tunnel boring underway. WSP is helping deliver infrastructure designed to improve capacity and resilience on a vital passenger corridor. wsp.com/en-gb/news/2026/wsp-…

Britain's first railway AI apprentices will gain hands-on experience across the industry, helping develop the talent needed for a more efficient, innovative rail network. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

AI has significant potential across Britain's railways, but the industry needs the expertise to realise it. GBRX's new apprenticeship programme will build specialist capability across organisations, supporting innovation and long-term collaboration. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

Investing in new technology means investing in people. The railway's first AI apprenticeships will help develop a workforce capable of turning emerging technologies into practical improvements for passengers, operators and infrastructure. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

Britain's railway has welcomed its first 20 AI engineering apprentices, based in York and London. The programme will combine specialist training with practical experience, building the skills needed to deploy AI safely and effectively. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

🌍 Romania’s railway sector is benefiting from sustained investment and European funding. STRABAG’s acquisition of BAWI Construction highlights the importance of building long-term industrial capacity alongside investment in rail infrastructure. newsroom.strabag.com/en/pres…

From track construction and modernisation to specialist works and component production, delivering better railways requires expertise across the supply chain. STRABAG’s acquisition of BAWI Construction expands that capability in Romania. newsroom.strabag.com/en/pres…

Rail investment depends on having the skilled workforce to deliver it. STRABAG’s acquisition of BAWI Construction adds 240 employees and specialist railway infrastructure capabilities, supporting future projects across Romania and south-east Europe. newsroom.strabag.com/en/pres…

🚆 STRABAG has completed its acquisition of Romania’s BAWI Construction, strengthening its railway construction expertise and delivery capacity. The deal brings additional specialist skills to a growing European rail infrastructure market. newsroom.strabag.com/en/pres…

Improving existing rail infrastructure is essential to getting more from our national network. The £27.8m Dolphin Junction scheme demonstrates how targeted investment at busy junctions can reduce bottlenecks and strengthen connections between regions. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

Reliable railways depend on investment in the infrastructure that keeps them moving. Replacing ageing points, improving track layouts and upgrading overhead line equipment at Dolphin Junction will help deliver smoother, more dependable journeys. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

Around 400 passenger trains and more than 100,000 passengers pass through Dolphin Junction every day. Upgrading this busy junction will help trains move more efficiently, delivering better performance across the Great Western network. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

A £27.8m upgrade to Dolphin Junction in Slough will help reduce congestion and improve reliability on the Great Western Main Line. Network Rail's investment will modernise a vital link between London, the South West and Wales. networkrailmediacentre.co.uk…

Decisions made during railway construction can affect maintenance and performance for decades. Costain argues that sharing knowledge across design, construction and operation can improve efficiency, strengthen resilience and maximise long-term benefits. costain.com/insights/2026/ho…