The 36km section of the Midland Main Line from Kettering to Wigston has been electrified, marking a significant milestone in the Midland Main Line Upgrade project.…
A new footbridge design, known as the Beacon, has opened at Garforth Station, West Yorkshire, enhancing commuter accessibility.The project began in May 2023, with the bridge…
The Severn Tunnel’s down line track has been renewed by South Rail Systems Alliance in a 16-day project.Conducted between 3rd and 19th July 2024, the operation…
Robot tunnelling start-up HyperTunnel, chaired by former Network Rail chief, has entered administration.Despite efforts to secure funding, the company was unable to meet creditor deadlines, leading…
The innovative tunnelling company hyperTunnel has entered administration amid a financial crisis, with debts mounting significantly.On 23rd July, both hyperTunnel Limited and hyperTunnel Holdings Limited were…
The recent completion of the £5.2 million restoration of the High Level Bridge over the River Tyne marks a significant milestone in preserving this historical structure.Network…
HyperTunnel, a British tech company aiming to innovate tunnelling, has entered administration.The company had developed a unique tunnelling method involving 3D printing and horizontal directional drilling.Despite…
Network Rail’s innovative ‘hedgehog’ sleepers offer a sustainable alternative with significantly reduced carbon emissions.The ‘hedgehog’ sleepers, designed by Network Rail and its Technical Authority, are made…
Magnetic rope testing (MRT) has become essential for assessing the lifting ropes of Kingsferry Bridge, ensuring its operational integrity.Usually utilised in the oil and gas sector,…
At the recent Bridges conference, Network Rail’s Andy Cross called for the industry to reassess its approach to bridge design and maintenance.Cross emphasised the need to…
