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Mitie has secured a four-year contract covering facilities management, maintenance and new installations across the Great Western Railway (GWR) estate.
The contract covers engineering maintenance work at 203 stations and six depots in the GWR network, which runs over 1,997 kilometers. There are over 1,600 services daily, stretching across 10 counties and South Wales.
A team of 26 colleagues have transferred to Mitie, and are delivering a range of engineering services. Mitie’s Plan Zero consultants have also already attended site visits and identified opportunities for energy reduction.
To support with the transition to the new contract, Mitie has developed a bespoke engineering plan led by an experienced Critical Environment and Technical Assurance (CETA) team to ensure that the stations remain fully functional and compliant with safety standards delivering a seamless experience for GWR’s 80 million annual passengers.
Dan Guest, Managing Director, Technical Services, Mitie, said: “The station is the first stop in any passenger’s journey and we’re proud to be maintaining some of the most iconic stations in the UK from Paddington to Penzance. Our colleagues, from engineers to ESG experts, will work together to help GWR deliver sustainable passenger journeys.”
Stephen Carpenter, Head of Property Asset Management, GWR said: “Behind every train service and platform departure is a dedicated team who help ensure our stations operate efficiently, safely and as sustainably as possible. This new contract continues that work while providing the best value for money to the taxpayer.”
