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In an industry where scale often dominates, it's truly commendable to see Network Rail leading the way with a procurement strategy that is not only inclusive but also tailored specifically towards small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as INFRACO. This approach for the procurement of a consultant for their V&W Contract Management Services Framework not only benefits the SMEs by providing them with significant opportunities to grow and showcase their capabilities but also enhances the resilience and adaptability of the rail infrastructure sector. Network Rail promotes innovation, agility, and diversity in the supply chain by making opportunities available to SMEs. This approach not only benefits SMEs by giving them considerable opportunities to expand and demonstrate their talents, but it also strengthens the rail infrastructure sector's resilience and adaptability. Network Rail's dedication to levelling the playing field for businesses of all sizes reflects a forward-thinking mindset and an understanding of the enormous value that SMEs bring to the table. Initiatives like this help pave the road for wider competition. Congratulations to Network Rail for promoting the cause of SMEs and establishing a standard in procurement excellence. Your actions demonstrate the power of collaboration and inclusive growth. #NetworkRail #SMEs #Procurement #Infrastructure #Innovation #InclusiveGrowth #Infrastructure #Infraco

Just read through @BCG's latest insights on global rail, and it's quite interesting. Excellence in cost management has vaulted to the top of the agenda in the rail industry. Rail companies must find ways to curb costs strategically. In recent interviews with BCG, most executives of passenger, freight, and infrastructure companies cited reducing operating costs as their top priority for achieving performance and growth objectives during the next five years. What I found interesting was BCG’s benchmarking reveals stark variations in cost structures between and within rail industry segments, reflecting the need for a tailored approach to cost cutting.

Just read through @BCG's latest insights on global rail, and it's quite interesting. Excellence in cost management has vaulted to the top of the agenda in the rail industry. Rail companies must find ways to curb costs strategically. In recent interviews with BCG, most executives of passenger, freight, and infrastructure companies cited reducing operating costs as their top priority for achieving performance and growth objectives during the next five years. What I found interesting was BCG’s benchmarking reveals stark variations in cost structures between and within rail industry segments, reflecting the need for a tailored approach to cost cutting.

Just read through @BCG's latest insights on global rail, and it's quite interesting. Excellence in cost management has vaulted to the top of the agenda in the rail industry. Rail companies must find ways to curb costs strategically. In recent interviews with BCG, most executives of passenger, freight, and infrastructure companies cited reducing operating costs as their top priority for achieving performance and growth objectives during the next five years. What I found interesting was BCG’s benchmarking reveals stark variations in cost structures between and within rail industry segments, reflecting the need for a tailored approach to cost cutting.

Network Rail reveals top suppliers spend Network Rail’s top suppliers were paid nearly £4.1bn last year – 42% of the #infrastructure provider’s total spend with suppliers. The rail infrastructure body raised spending among its leading suppliers by 7%, with major power supplier #EDF continuing to rank as the biggest supplier followed by signalling and train control specialist #SiemensMobility in second place. Network Rail’s top suppliers by spend Rank Supplier 24/23 23/22 1 EDF Energy Customer £681m £527m 2 Siemens Mobility £455m £509m 3 Royal BAM Group Nuttall £360m £321m 4 Murphy £336m £292m 5 COLAS £326m £312m 6 Balfour Beatty plc £300m £269m 7 Amalgamated Construction £278m £254m 8 Story Contracting Limited £171m £148m 9 Octavius Infrastructure £162m £148m 10 SPL POWERLINES UK £160m £156m 11 Alstom Transport UK £151m £170m 12 Amey Rail – TRU £144m £143m 13 AtkinsRéalis UK £134m £146m 14 QTS Group £113m £118m 15 AMS £102m £108m 16 VolkerRail £98m n/a Among the civils contractors, BAM Nuttal ranked top again with a total spend, including Transpennine route upgrade work, rising to £360m. Among those #civils firms enjoying increased spend, J Murphy & Sons ranked fourth with £336m. Combined revenue from Colas Rail and its Rail Systems Alliance operations, totted up to £326m placing it in the top five. #transportation #infrastructure #railway #publictransport #technology #innovation #railinfrastructure https://lnkd.in/eWEPmFdb

🚄 Rail Manufacturing Industry for the Africa We Want. Australia for me, is an iconic case of reference on strategic planning and sustainable investment in Railways. When they resolved "The committee recommends that the Australian Government establish a National Rail Manufacturing Industry Plan to maximise the benefits of the $46 billion in investment expected over the next decade” they were wise to ascertain local jobs creation, growth of local manufacturing sector, affirming long term procurement planning and creation of domestic demand and power for competitiveness. "TRANSNOMICS in effect" 🌍 For the Africa we Want. #railindustry #transportation #projectmanagement #safety #regulation #sustainableinvestments #railmanufacturing #rollingstock https://lnkd.in/dV-ZztvX.

Just read through @BCG's latest insights on global rail, and it's quite interesting. Excellence in cost management has vaulted to the top of the agenda in the rail industry. Rail companies must find ways to curb costs strategically. In recent interviews with BCG, most executives of passenger, freight, and infrastructure companies cited reducing operating costs as their top priority for achieving performance and growth objectives during the next five years. What I found interesting was BCG’s benchmarking reveals stark variations in cost structures between and within rail industry segments, reflecting the need for a tailored approach to cost cutting.

Just read through @BCG's latest insights on global rail, and it's quite interesting. Excellence in cost management has vaulted to the top of the agenda in the rail industry. Rail companies must find ways to curb costs strategically. In recent interviews with BCG, most executives of passenger, freight, and infrastructure companies cited reducing operating costs as their top priority for achieving performance and growth objectives during the next five years. What I found interesting was BCG’s benchmarking reveals stark variations in cost structures between and within rail industry segments, reflecting the need for a tailored approach to cost cutting.

More countries see investment in rail as the key to achieving net zero goals 🚄🌍   IG - Infrastructure Global's Andy Walker dives into our recent State of Design and Make Report to explore how leaders are preparing for the future of rail with digital transformation. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dt7UviKb via FIDIC - International Federation of Consulting Engineers

We have been successfully appointed to Network Rail’s Cost Planning and Estimating Services framework for Wales and the Western region of the UK. ✅ As Network Rail continues its efforts in enhancing and maintaining the UK’s rail network, the three-year framework has been designed to provide the major infrastructure owner with access to suitably qualified, cost-estimating professionals to help deliver an upcoming volume of work within Wales and the UK’s Western region. ✅ Our UK-wide cost and commercial management teams will support with accurate cost plans and estimates underpinned by our benchmarking services. 💬 Andy Davies, Director, UK commented: “We are delighted to be recognised as a trusted provider to Network Rail, helping them to make confident, informed investment decisions about the built rail environment and provide a safe, efficient railway for passengers across the UK. We now provide our extensive cost planning and estimating expertise across four Network Rail regions.” Read more: https://bit.ly/4eAOp44 #NetworkRail #CostManagement #infrastructure #rail