Coventry Very Light Rail programme moves into phase 2

The Coventry Very Light Rail programme has entered its second phase. Meanwhile, Colas Rail UK’s Urban division has begun work on the next stage, as reported by Railway-News. Also, this phase is set to deliver an 800-metre twin-track connection between Coventry Station and Coventry University Technology Park.

Coventry Very Light Rail programme phase 2

Coventry City Council granted full approval in January, according to a Coventry City Council report. In addition, Colas Rail said the project will follow a ‘streamlined, construction-led approach that accelerates delivery, reduces risk and keeps disruption to a minimum for local stakeholders’.

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Route scope and construction progress

Extensive surveys have now been completed. At the same time, procurement of track slabs is underway, as Colas Rail notes. Meanwhile, the Coventry Very Light Rail programme is now officially moving towards construction.

Colas Rail on the Coventry light rail project

Separately, Iain Anderson commented on the project.

Iain Anderson, Managing Director for Urban & Industries said:

We are thrilled to be starting work on the second phase of the Coventry Very Light Rail, this next phase represents a major step forward in bringing an innovative, sustainable light rail transport solution to Coventry.

Colas Rail is proud to be part of a project that is not only transforming the city’s infrastructure but also setting new standards for innovation in light rail systems across the UK.

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