Amey has announced its appointment to two Network Rail frameworks, which include Engineering and Construction Services, and the Programme and Project Management Services
These frameworks will operate across Network Rail’s North West and Central Regions.
Comprising 571 stations, the North West and Central region sees 246.5m rail passenger journeys annually.
The North West and Central account for 24% of Britain’s railway
Through their appointment, Amey will be focusing on driving down Network Rail’s CO2 emissions, enhancing recycling and minimising waste.
This will be supported by Amey’s decarbonisation expertise and innovations from across its rail, highways and buildings portfolio.
The Network Rail frameworks are set to last for three years
During this time, Amey will provide a range of consulting services across a variety of projects, from large multidisciplinary, complex projects to single-discipline asset renewals.
The work will also involve work with key stakeholders such as HS2, local authorities, train and freight operating companies.
Speaking on the announcement, Alex Gilbert, managing director, Amey Consulting, said: “We are delighted to have been appointed to both of Network Rail’s Professional Services Framework in the NW&C. The North West & Central region is of critical importance to the UK, linking major economic hubs of London, Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool.
“We look forward to working with Network Rail in growing and maintaining a sustainable railway, using our consulting capabilities to decarbonise our network.”
