Track renewals. Creating tomorrow s railway

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1 Track renewals Creating tomorrow s railway

Track renewals Creating tomorrow s railway Through close alliance and collaboration our aim is to be the partner of choice for all aspects of rail track renewal delivering unequalled value to Network

2 Track renewals Creating tomorrow s railway Through close alliance and collaboration our aim is to be the partner of choice for all aspects of rail track renewal delivering unequalled value to Network Rail Infrastructure Track Renewals is all about safety, quality, efficiency, and customer focus reconciling the demands of minimising possession time with laying track to the highest standards of accuracy. 40% Increase 60% Increase Meticulous planning, strong site management and investment is how we have become, with our partner, the UK s top performing conventional and high output track renewals contractor. in passenger journeys in the last 10 years in freight journeys in the last 10 years

4 Track renewals Safety first Safety is at the forefront of everything we do; from the CEO to our colleagues on the front line, safety is everyone s responsibility and is a key part of our commitment to responsible development that runs through all our activities.

Track record Colas Rail has an excellent safety record.

Our absolute commitment to safety and the environment is evident by management

performance that shows that safety is integral to everything that we do.

performance, with high emphasis placed on staff training, competence and assessment.

5 Track record Colas Rail has an excellent safety record. We are proud of our achievement and the safety behaviours shown by our colleagues. Our absolute commitment to safety and the environment is evident by management leadership and the positive behavioural safety culture demonstrated by our people and performance that shows that safety is integral to everything that we do. Training A continuous effort is put into maintaining this excellent safety performance, with high emphasis placed on staff training, competence and assessment. We have actively funded and promoted a safety behavioural change programme since 2008, which has made a significant contribution to the group s safety culture.

Track renewals Our industry leading track renewal know-how, people development expertise and high performance team culture, ensure programme execution to Network Rail cost, timing, quality and

Our vast experience and innovative approach means we are ideally placed to deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment.

6 Track renewals Our industry leading track renewal know-how, people development expertise and high performance team culture, ensure programme execution to Network Rail cost, timing, quality and reliability targets. Expertise Colas Rail is able to draw on nearly 80 years of dedicated international track renewals. Our vast experience and innovative approach means we are ideally placed to deliver on the challenges set by a rapidly changing railway environment. Our jointly-delivered, High Output Track Renewals is a prime example of our progressive approach to speeding up track renewals and reducing the time track is closed. By investing in our plant capability, Colas Rail has established itself as the most significant plant operator in the UK. Unrivalled know-how A track renewal scheme executed in an extremely harsh environment resulting in a very good quality product. Stuart Murphy, Programme Engineering Manager, Network Rail IMT Western and Wales Track Renewals

8 Unbeatable capability Colas Rail s Total Track Solutions provide a one stop shop design and build capability, supported by our investment in on-track plant fleet, haulage and industry leading maintenance capability providing outstanding delivery performance

Track renewals Design and build Our multi-disciplinary teams have the specialist skills and experience to deliver

We offer fully integrated solutions, incorporating signalling, electrification, plant and permanent way, with

On track Investment Colas Rail operates the largest, most advanced fleet of modern on-track plant in the UK and we

In addition, 85% of our current fleet is under 10 years old, ensuring optimum reliability, safety and efficiency.

9 Track renewals Design and build Our multi-disciplinary teams have the specialist skills and experience to deliver value engineering through innovative design. We offer fully integrated solutions, incorporating signalling, electrification, plant and permanent way, with successful completion achieved through collaboration, flexibility and openness throughout the supply chain. On track Investment Colas Rail operates the largest, most advanced fleet of modern on-track plant in the UK and we have the flexibility to work on all types of S&C layouts. In addition, 85% of our current fleet is under 10 years old, ensuring optimum reliability, safety and efficiency. Maintenance We have flexible, highly skilled maintenance teams based in our nationwide network of depots. This ensures industry-leading availability of plant and convenient access to cost-effective day-to-day maintenance for our clients around the UK.

10 Track renewals Focus on delivery Colas Rail s high level of expertise in all aspects of rail track renewal is reflected in a proven track record in delivering projects safely, on time, on budget and to outstanding standards of quality and value.

400+ Colas Rail is the operator and maintainer of the largest On-track Plant fleet in Europe TOP Colas Rail is among Network Rail s top performing Track Renewals contractors #1 With our partner,

11 400+ Colas Rail is the operator and maintainer of the largest On-track Plant fleet in Europe TOP Colas Rail is among Network Rail s top performing Track Renewals contractors #1 With our partner, Colas Rail is the UK High Output Track Renewals contractor Exceeding expectations Our primary focus is to deliver solutions and service that meet, and even exceed, the expectations of our clients and stakeholders. With core competencies in the design, build and management of track renewal projects, Colas Rail is now among the top performing contractors in this demanding sector of the UK s rail infrastructure. This was an excellent job, delivered with good track quality and well within the timescales. As good as you get! Steve Weitz, Project Manager, Network Rail, Western Region

12 Creating tomorrow s railway There are many exciting opportunities that lie ahead in creating tomorrow s railway. High-speed rail, light urban systems, high-output automated track maintenance and commercial rail freight are all areas that will become increasingly important to the UK in the future. The continual maintenance and upgrading of the UK s rail network remains a task that we are fully committed to and one in which we are increasingly leading the field. Thinking, investing and operating at the forefront of the industry trends ensures we have the capabilities to meet the future demands of our customers. Colas Rail Ltd Dacre House 19 Dacre Street London SW1H 0DJ t: e: enquiries@colasrail.co.uk w: August 2013

Working Closely Promoting Innovation Ensuring Safety Maintaining Quality

Working Closely Promoting Innovation Ensuring Safety Maintaining Quality Keltbray Rail has been involved in the construction of a number of the UK s most prominent and successful infrastructure projects. We believe our direct delivery philosophy in Design, Project Management,