Mitie has secured a four-year contract with Great Western Railway, covering 203 stations and six depots to ensure efficient maintenance and sustainability throughout the network. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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Mitie has secured a four-year engineering contract with Great Western Railway, marking a collaboration focused on service reliability and environmental responsibility. This partnership covers 203 stations and six depots across Great Western Railway’s vast network, which spans over 1,997 kilometers and facilitates over 1,600 routes daily.

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As part of the agreement, Mitie takes responsibility for consistent engineering support, ensuring safety and operational efficiency throughout the network. Mitie’s Plan Zero consultants have visited various sites, identifying areas for energy reduction, thereby supporting Great Western Railway’s commitment to sustainable operations.

This collaboration also brings 26 team members to Mitie, who will work within Mitie’s Critical Environment and Technical Assurance (CETA) team. Their goal is to ensure safe, smooth journeys for the roughly 80 million passengers who travel with Great Western Railway annually, while upholding sustainable practices.

Dan Guest, Managing Director of Technical Services at Mitie, highlighted the significance of station upkeep for seamless passenger experiences. “Stations represent the starting point of every journey, and we are proud to maintain some of the UK’s most iconic stations, from Paddington to Penzance,” he said.

Stephen Carpenter, Head of Property Asset Management at Great Western Railway, commended the dedication of the maintenance teams, emphasizing that their commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability not only benefits passengers but also provides excellent taxpayer value.

Source: www.globalrailwayreview.com

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