Over the Christmas and New Year period, Siemens Mobility successfully completed a significant program of rail commissioning work in the UK. The company delivered critical signaling and infrastructure upgrades across key rail corridors, supporting a more modern and reliable network for passengers and freight. The work aligns with national rail upgrade priorities and strengthens capacity for the future.
One of the major projects completed was the £61 million Kingmoor resignalling project, which modernized one of the UK’s busiest rail corridors. The project replaced life-expired infrastructure with digital signaling systems, enabling future digital integration and improving day-to-day performance. The new installation is fully compatible with European Train Control System (ETCS) standards and includes 26 new LED signal heads to enhance driver visibility.
Siemens Mobility also worked in partnership to deliver a significant signaling transformation on the Transpennine Route Upgrade. Between December 24 and January 4, engineers commissioned 34 new signals and 60 axle counters, introducing advanced train detection technology that monitors train movements in real time. This upgrade improves safety, resilience, and punctuality for millions of passengers and freight services using the route.
In addition, Siemens Mobility, together with Network Rail and train operators, carried out system testing on the East Coast Main Line as part of the East Coast Digital Programme. The testing, which included 16 hours of intensive testing on the Class 717 and Class 180 trains, showed that both trackside and onboard systems are functioning safely and correctly. The program will continue testing in 2026 to prepare for digitally signalled services using ETCS, which are expected to launch on this route in the summer.
According to Matt Kent, Director of Operations and Manufacturing at Siemens Mobility UK&I, the successful completion of these projects reflects the company’s commitment to delivering on its commitments safely, reliably, and to budget. Kent praised the dedication and professionalism of the company’s engineers and the strength of its partnerships, stating that these projects mark an important step forward in modernizing Britain’s railways. The work is part of Siemens Mobility’s mission to transform rail travel for passengers and freight operators.