Rail transit

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Contact

Nikki Underwood

Rail Sector Lead, USA

(864) 593 1910

How can rail deliver cleaner, higher-capacity transport?

Rail remains one of the most efficient and sustainable ways to move people and goods. Across the U.S., investment is accelerating as regions look for more resilient transportation options.

From high-speed rail corridors and expanding transit systems to freight modernization and network upgrades, agencies are investing in infrastructure that improves connectivity, reduces congestion, and supports economic growth. At the same time, many networks are modernizing aging assets, deploying digital signaling and train control systems, and increasing capacity to meet growing demand.

These programs, and the federal, state, and local funding mechanisms behind them, are complex and highly visible, requiring clear strategy, disciplined execution, and a strong focus on long-term performance.

We help transit authorities across North America to plan and deliver rail programs that are more efficient, smarter, and built for the future.

How we help

Deep sector expertise

We help agencies plan, prioritize, and deliver high‑speed, metro, light‑rail, and freight programs—navigating U.S. delivery realities, multi‑agency coordination, and federal funding requirements.

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Data-driven insight

20+ years of rail project data, representing over $700 billion in capital value, gives clients a fact-based foundation to benchmark performance and guide decisions.

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Navigating funding complexity

We help clients structure programs, documentation, and delivery approaches that meet IIJA, FRA, and state requirements, unlocking funding while maintaining delivery momentum.

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Resilient supply chains

We shape procurement strategies, manage contractor interfaces, and strengthen supply‑chain resilience as programs compete for labor, materials, and manufacturing capacity.

Keeping complex rail programmes on track

We’re supporting some of the most ambitious rail programs across North America and around the world, from high-speed corridors and major metro expansions to freight modernization and critical network upgrades.

Success starts with a clear strategy and a business case that can withstand federal scrutiny. We help clients define priorities, shape practical delivery plans, and connect programs to proven international best practices, establishing governance and operating models that drive productivity from day one.

As programs progress, our digital tools provide a real-time visibility of cost, schedule, risk, and performance, helping teams act quickly and stay ahead of emerging issues.

The supply chain is critical throughout, especially where specialist systems, rolling stock, and long-lead materials create complex dependencies. We work closely with clients and suppliers to build procurement strategies that are resilient and commercially sound.

The result is confident, disciplined delivery that strengthens passenger and freight networks, improves performance, and supports better-connected communities for the future.

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