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RPS New Website Launch (2500 x 1500 px)

Welcome to our New Rail Planning Services Website We’re excited to announce the launch of our new Rail Planning Services website — developed with the support of Deborah Lillis of Specialist Marketing Agency. As Rail Planning Services has continued to grow, it was important for our website to properly reflect the scale of our capabilities...

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What Control Period 7 Means for Rail Contractors in 2025 Network Rail’s Control Period 7 (CP7), running from 2024 to 2029, marks one of the most significant shifts in how rail projects are planned, funded, and delivered. With a strong focus on reliability, sustainability, and cost efficiency, CP7 is already reshaping expectations for contractors working...

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Supporting Safer Rail Delivery – The Role of Safety-Critical Staff at RPS As rail projects grow in complexity, the need for experienced safety-critical staff has never been greater. At Rail Planning Services (RPS), we understand that even the best possession plan only succeeds when the right people are on the ground, managing risk and ensuring...

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How smarter planning, collaboration, and digital systems are reshaping rail delivery Possession planning continues to sit at the heart of successful rail project delivery. As Network Rail accelerates its focus on safer access, reduced disruption, and more predictable engineering windows, the role of professional possession planners has never been more important. At Rail Planning Services...