Network Rail has appointed Actemium UK to a £13 million electric vehicle charging framework covering operational sites across Wales and the West of England.
Actemium, the industry brand of VINCI Energies, is one of two suppliers on the framework. The programme is intended to support Network Rail’s transition to a zero-emission road fleet by 2030.
Charging planned for up to 45 sites
Up to 45 locations could be included, ranging from maintenance depots and offices to signalling sites. Charging infrastructure will be specified according to each site’s power availability, vehicle requirements and typical dwell times, with installations ranging from 22kW AC units to 150kW DC rapid chargers.
Actemium’s responsibilities will cover site assessments and feasibility studies, design, construction, commissioning, handover and staff training. Its scope includes electrical, civil and structural design, car park and lighting works, civil engineering, electrical installation, charging equipment, testing, back-office integration and technical certification.
Actemium UK will act as principal contractor and is expected to deliver the work in accordance with Network Rail’s technical, health and safety, and environmental requirements while limiting disruption at live operational sites.
Rafael Carrilho, sector manager at Actemium UK, said: “Network Rail operates a diverse road fleet across a large and operationally complex estate in Wales and the West of England, with each location having distinct power demands and operational constraints. As a trusted UK e-mobility delivery partner, our role is to bring together the electrical, civil and charging infrastructure at each site to create a safe, reliable and future-ready solution. We’re delighted to be delivering the EV charging solutions that meet Network Rail’s operational needs today, while supporting its transition to an electric fleet.”
Julie Woodward, programme director at Network Rail, said: “Rail is already the greenest form of mass public transport, and decarbonising our road fleet is an important part of making it even more sustainable. By investing in charging infrastructure across our sites, we’re creating the foundations needed for a zero-emission road vehicle fleet, helping reduce carbon emissions while supporting the safe and reliable operation of the railway.”