{"id":380088,"date":"2026-03-04T19:31:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T09:31:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/railuk.com\/?p=190057"},"modified":"2026-03-04T19:31:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T09:31:07","slug":"arcadis-and-atkinsrealis-jointly-appointed-to-lead-tru-programme-partner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=380088","title":{"rendered":"Arcadis and AtkinsR\u00e9alis jointly appointed to lead TRU programme partner"},"content":{"rendered":"

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JointlyArcadis and AtkinsR\u00e9alis have been jointly appointed by Network Rail to support programme management for the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) through to completion of the multi-billion-pound project.<\/p>\n

Under the five-year Programme Partner framework, valued at up to \u00a3100 million with an option to extend up to eight years, an Arcadis-AtkinsR\u00e9alis joint venture will deliver key services including project management, programme controls and integration, data analytics, schedule monitoring, risk management, strategic advisory, and construction and commercial management.<\/p>\n

The appointment reinforces both companies\u2019 reputations as key delivery partners for major rail infrastructure programmes across the North of England, enhancing connectivity, capacity and economic growth.<\/p>\n

The \u00a310.7 billion TRU programme is the UK’s largest rail upgrade project, modernising 122km of railway to dramatically improve rail connections between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds, and York. With multiple dedicated alliances and project teams working across the route, integrated programme management and project controls are essential to coordinate this complex delivery.<\/p>\n

The upgrade will cut journey times to as little as 63 minutes between Manchester and York and around 42 minutes between Manchester and Leeds, unlocking opportunities for businesses and communities while delivering greener travel through electrification of the entire route.<\/p>\n

Central to the appointment was Arcadis\u2019 and AtkinsR\u00e9alis’ commitment to regional growth and local talent. The companies will deploy expertise from their Manchester, York, and Leeds offices and work extensively with local SMEs across the supply chain such as Manchester-based D2, creating opportunities for upskilling and leaving a lasting legacy for communities across the North.<\/p>\n

Paul Dennett, Arcadis managing director \u2013 mobility, UK & Ireland, said: \u201cI am proud of this appointment to support programme management for the Transpennine Route Upgrade. This milestone aligns perfectly with Arcadis\u2019 core mission to improve quality of life by modernising rail connections across the North.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe TRU will deliver faster, more reliable, and greener travel for millions, supporting regional growth and economic opportunity. By drawing on local talent and working closely with communities, we\u2019re not just building better infrastructure\u2014we\u2019re helping to create lasting benefits for people and places across Manchester, Leeds, York and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n

Colette Carroll, AtkinsR\u00e9alis managing director \u2013 transportation, UK & Ireland, commented: \u201cThe Transpennine Route Upgrade is a transformational programme that will unlock significant growth opportunities for the North of England through faster, more reliable journeys and unlocking new east-west links. Our appointment as Programme Partner, alongside Arcadis, builds on nearly a decade of involvement in TRU and reflects our proven capability in delivering complex rail programmes.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy leveraging our extensive local talent and working closely with regional supply chains, we will support strong programme delivery while investing in people and businesses that will sustain the North’s rail network for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

The appointment builds upon the longstanding involvement of both companies in the Transpennine Route Upgrade over a decade. Arcadis has delivered cost planning and estimating, expanding into programme controls, planning and commercial advisory. In February 2025, AtkinsR\u00e9alis was appointed to the TRU Lead Design Organisation framework to lead design integration for the 18-mile Stalybridge to Huddersfield section.<\/p>\n

Both companies are already jointly delivering design of Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), the Integrated Rail Plan (IRP), Network North, and the Enhancements Portfolio within Network Rail Eastern region through a separate \u00a3300 million development and design partnership framework.<\/p>\n

Image credit: Transpennine Route Upgrade<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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