Network Rail yesterday issued an OJEU in connection with the proposed electrification of the Midland and Great Western mainlines.
Optimistically entitled 'Network Electrification' the document outlines NR's requirement as follows:
"The programme currently envisages the potential introduction of electric traction onto the Midland and Great Western Mainlines over Control Periods 5 and 6 subject to comprehensive study/development being carried out during Control Period 4.
In order to facilitate this programme, Network Rail is seeking to procure a number of services from the supply industry.
The initial development phase will include developing optimum technical solutions and outline design for all elements of electrification and associated infrastructure."
As the OJEU points out it is 15 years since Britain last saw a mainline electrified.
Typical, you wait 15 years and then two come along at once.
Grimsby and Back
3 years ago
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