Siemens Mobility receives £560 million investment boost in Wiltshire

Siemens Mobility has been awarded four contracts worth £560 million by HS2 Ltd to support the development and operation of the new high-speed railway connecting London and the West Midlands. The contracts cover command, control, signalling, traffic management, and operational telecommunications and security systems. The company has committed to investing £100 million in a new rail infrastructure manufacturing, digital engineering, and research and development centre in Chippenham, which will replace the current factory in 2026. The new facility will be a cornerstone for future rail projects in Britain, providing a site to build next-generation rail signalling and control systems. The transition to the new site will not disrupt production, and around 800 local staff will be transferred. The new centre will feature sustainable design and construction, aiming for a 10% net increase in biodiversity. The current factory in Chippenham has a rich history, dating back to 1897, and has played a significant role in major rail projects worldwide.