Major Projects - Page 4

It was described as the biggest-ever investment in the rail network, but wasn’t universally welcomed - mainly because of what it left out.

What is happening to Project Speed? Has it been buffeted by the economic storms swirling around the industry, or is it undergoing a subtle evolution

Delivery of later phases of the flagship East West Rail scheme, to restore a direct ‘Varsity Line’ rail link between Oxford and Cambridge, has been declared “unachievable” by this key government body.

The Department for Transport faces the risk of further delays and cost increases to the TransPennine Route Upgrade (TRU).

PROFESSOR ANDREW McNAUGHTON examines the root causes behind rail infrastructure projects coming in late and over budget

Crossrail could cost up to £218 million more than the funding available, reports the National Audit Office in its latest progress report on the mega-project.

PROFESSOR ANDREW MCNAUGHTON examines how our railways can play an essential and growing part in the economic and social life of the country in coming decades

‘Skills, Employment and Education’ is listed as one of the seven strategic objectives for HS2

The effect of NR's devolution strategy on Infrastructure Projects division & how IP works to integrate with Routes and improve performance. PAUL STEPHEN reports

A major study into NR contestability has delivered hard-hitting recommendations into how projects can be carried out & completed on time TOM INGALL reports