Rail

Effective sponsorship is crucial for UK infrastructure success, yet many sponsors lack the skills, support, and clear role definitions needed. Improving sponsorship functions through mindset, tools, and skill development can enhance project outcomes.

The UK government faces major transport infrastructure challenges due to financial constraints and legacy systems. Effective reform requires overcoming tensions between transport modes, national and regional priorities, and integrating transport with other infrastructure.

PA transport expert Malin Jakobsson recently joined the railway podcast series “Järnvägspodden” to talk about the Swedish Transport Administration’s work to harmonise the allocation of capacity on the European rail network.

Resilient transport organizations prioritize scenario thinking, flexibility, transparency, and collaboration to navigate challenges in the transport sector effectively.

In the transition to open-loop and Account-Based Ticketing (ABT), effective revenue protection hinges on real-time fare evasion identification. PA's model reveals potential pitfalls and suggests strategies for enhancing detection accuracy, benefiting both finances and public compliance.

Unlock always-on resilience across aviation, rail, road, and logistics. Our research report reveals four strategic routes for transport leaders to navigate uncertainties in an ever-evolving landscape.

Logistics organisations are prioritising rail for resilient, sustainable supply chains, countering disruptions and reducing emissions. Strategic investments in rail infrastructure and technology amplify efficiency and sustainability.

PA and Jacobs are appointed to The Copenhagen Metro’s Operations and Maintenance Adviser Framework.

Simon Whalley discusses the impact of train wifi on procurement.

Infrastructure delivery within the UK has faced continued delivery challenges. Strong and effective infrastructure sponsorship, the role of setting and maintaining the overall strategic direction, plays a critical role in ensuring successful delivery of major infrastructure.