Network Rail has today (Monday 10 August) released drone footage which shows work being carried out at Guide Bridge in Greater Manchester last weekend (Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August).
Category: Infrastructure
Drone footage released of Guide Bridge track upgrades
Drone footage has been released following the first weekend of major track upgrades between Manchester and the Peak District. Network Rail is investing £700,000 renewing a section of track at Guide Bridge which joins the Glossop line to Denton. This weekend the old track was removed, new track foundation stone (ballast) was laid and new […]
HS2 unveils plaque in honour of Brunel family
HS2 Ltd has revealed a new plaque installed 40 metres underground, marking the spot where the high-speed railway passes beneath the tomb of the Brunel family – one of the world’s greatest engineering dynasties. The two tunnel boring machines constructing the Euston Tunnel between Old Oak Common and central London travel underneath Kensal Green Cemetery, […]
This weekend: £1.5m rail upgrades for Glasgow’s south side
Railway upgrades across Glasgow’s south side reach a key phase this weekend, with the first of three planned line closures allowing engineers to carry out major work. More than £1.5m is being invested in the area, including renewing sections of track and bridge improvements, to help boost reliability on these important commuter routes. Rails will […]
Improvement work at Chippenham station set to begin this weekend
From tomorrow (Saturday 8th August), a programme of improvements will begin at Chippenham station, helping to enhance the passenger experience and preserve key infrastructure for years to come. Network Rail is replacing the weathered and damaged canopies, as well as improving drainage and resurfacing platforms at the Grade II listed station. The work will help maintain […]