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Our Services in a Nutshell
At Rail Planning Services, we provide comprehensive access planning and delivery support that keeps rail projects moving safely and efficiently. Whether you require full possession management, short-notice planning, safety-critical staff, or specialist civils support, our team brings years of industry expertise and a practical, solution-focused approach.
We work closely with clients, Network Rail, and delivery partners to ensure every element is planned with precision, compliant with standards, and aligned with your programme needs. Our services are designed to reduce disruption, streamline workflows, and give you confidence that every stage of your project is in safe hands.
Full Possession Management
End-to-end access planning, documentation, and liaison to ensure your works are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time.
Short & Long Term Planning
Whether you need immediate short-term cover or strategic multi-year planning, RPS delivers flexible solutions that fit your programme.
Track Access Coordination
Seamless coordination between clients, Network Rail, & our delivery partners. We ensure all possessions & line block requirements are planned efficiently with minimal disruption.
Minor Civils Packages
Our Minor Civils packages include expert installation and replacement of platform copers, tactile paving, as well as comprehensive drainage and troughing works.
Safety-Critical Staff Supply
Qualified, experienced professionals for every role, across every project or reactive works. Our teams are fully compliant with industry standards, ensuring safe and reliable delivery every time.
Emergency Possession Planning
When time is critical, our team can mobilise quickly to secure safe access, manage paperwork, and coordinate rapid on-site activity — even at short notice.
Experts in Access Planning
Efficient behind the scenes access planning
RPS are specialists in access planning, working seamlessly in the background to ensure clients can deliver their works without unnecessary hassle or delay. We recognise that every client — large or small — requires a tailored planning approach, which is why we provide a full possession management service alongside flexible ad-hoc support for safe work packs, line blockages, individual worksites, and isolations.
All work on Network Rail infrastructure must be pre-planned to strict line standards. RPS delivers a fully compliant planning service and is RISQS-accredited for Railway Interface Planning. Our highly trained planners ensure your worksites are accurately input and published in the Weekly Operating Notice (WON).
Full compliance with Network Rail line standards
RISQS-accredited Railway Interface Planning
Highly competent planners with specialist expertise
Accurate worksite input for publication in the Weekly Operating Notice (WON)
Why Choose RPS?
At RPS, we combine industry expertise, clear communication, and rigorous compliance to deliver planning solutions you can rely on. Our team works proactively to identify risks early, coordinate seamlessly with Network Rail, and support your programme from concept to delivery. With a flexible approach and highly skilled planners, we keep your access arrangements efficient, accurate and fully aligned with operational requirements.
Real Projects, Real Results!
From high-profile schemes such as the Thameslink Resilience Programme to complex logistics at Barking Riverside, RPS bring hands-on experience planning and managing possessions, isolations and safety-critical support for major clients. Our case studies show how we add value, resolve access challenges, and deliver projects safely, efficiently and ahead of schedule.
Need Help With Possession Planning?
Then contact one of our team who will be happy to discuss your project requirements.
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Backed by years of industry experience, RPS deliver specialist full possession management and access planning, bringing safe, efficient coordination to all your rail projects in one place.
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