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How can rail deliver cleaner, higher-capacity transport?

Rail remains one of the most efficient and sustainable ways to move people and goods — and investment in rail infrastructure is growing across much of the globe.

New high-speed intercity lines and urban metro systems are being built to connect growing cities and drive economic development. Elsewhere, the priority is modernising existing networks — upgrading lines for higher speeds, digitalising signalling and control systems and expanding freight and passenger capacity where demand is outgrowing existing infrastructure. 

Our rail specialists work with owners, operators and investors worldwide, helping turn network investment priorities into projects that perform.

How we help
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Deep expertise

Our global experience across high-speed, metro, light rail and heavy freight helps clients plan, prioritise and deliver complex programmes – from business case through to operation.

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Data-driven insight

We use insights drawn from 20+ years of global rail project data, covering over £550bn in project value, to guide delivery and drive performance.

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Resilient supply chains

We shape procurement strategies, manage interfaces and build supply chain relationships that reduce risk and keep delivery moving.

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Low-carbon operations

By embedding sustainability into design, procurement and delivery, we help reduce carbon, improve energy efficiency and optimise whole-life cost.

Keeping complex rail programmes on track

We're supporting some of the world's most ambitious rail programmes – from transformative high-speed lines and metro expansions to freight corridors and the essential upgrades that keep existing networks performing.

Success begins with clear strategy and a strong business case. We help define priorities, shape practical delivery plans and connect projects to global best practice. At set up, we establish operating models that improve productivity and make sure a focus on asset performance is built in from day one.

As projects move into delivery, decisions stay grounded in evidence. Our digital platform gives a clear view of performance and progress, helping teams act quickly and stay ahead of risk. The supply chain is critical throughout. We work closely with clients and suppliers to build procurement strategies that are resilient, commercially sound and capable of sustaining delivery over the long term – especially where specialist systems and rolling stock create complex dependencies.

The result is confident, disciplined delivery that strengthens passenger and freight networks alike – improving performance today and supporting better-connected, more resilient places.

“Turner & Townsend performed a key role in the Tram to Newhaven project with its continued involvement since the delivery of the first phase of tram, and throughout the approval process for the project, meaning essential knowledge and experience was retained”.

Hannah Ross
Senior Responsible Officer, City of Edinburgh Council

PROJECTS

Explore our work in the rail transit sector

Australia

Delivering a world-class Sydney Metro with Transport for NSW

3 min read

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United Kingdom

Helping deliver The Elizabeth Line with Crossrail

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Elizabeth Line platform, London.
Canada

Meeting Ontario's future transport needs with Metrolinx

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INSIGHTS

Explore our rail transit insights

Perspective:

Revitalising US transit systems 

30 Jan 26

7 min read

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Perspective:

Legacy delivery models will fail US transit’s future

28 Jan 26

6 min read

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Perspective: Hejaz becomes the heart of KSA's nation building

8 Oct 25

5 min read

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Perspective: Sector spotlight: expanding Middle East rail

29 May 25

6 min read

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Perspective: The future of UAE infrastructure

9 Jan 25

4 min read

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Interview:

Network Rail leading diversity

25 Mar 24

1 min read

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Interview:

Sydney Metro championing diversity

18 Dec 23

8 min read

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Perspective: Delivering sustainable infrastructure

19 Oct 23

7 min read

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Thought leadership: Transforming infrastructure performance

31 Jul 23

8 min read

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Interview:

Transforming digital project delivery

9 May 23

6 min read

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Interview: Auckland's City Rail: infrastructure game changer

24 Mar 22

9 min read

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NEWS

The latest rail transit news

Company news

Yan Zhou appointed to lead Greater China Energy and Infrastructure team

30 Mar 26

2 min read

Appointments

Turner & Townsend named on Transport Technology framework

24 Mar 26

2 min read

Appointments

Appointed to Transport Infrastructure Ireland

16 Dec 25

2 min read

Appointments

Turner & Townsend secures strategic win with Borders Railway project

4 Aug 25

2 min read

Appointments
Turner & Townsend appoints Rebecca Reyman

4 Aug 25

2 min read

Appointments
Working with Nexus on key public transport schemes

30 Apr 25

2 min read

Appointments
Support for Network Rail in Wales and Western UK

24 Sept 24

2 min read

Appointments
Support for Network Rail on a greener network

11 Sept 24

2 min read

Appointments
Further support to WYCA Mass Transit Network

8 Aug 24

2 min read

Project news
Major railway improvements in North of England

8 May 24

2 min read

Appointments
Turner & Townsend appointed by NY MTA

30 Apr 24

1 min read

Appointments
Support for Bristol Airport’s expansion programme

23 Apr 24

2 min read

Responsible business
Women in rail: EDI Charter signatory

15 Apr 24

2 min read

Industry news
Spring Budget 2024: private finance is crucial

7 Mar 24

4 min read

Appointments
Appointed to deliver advisory to QTMP

2 Feb 24

2 min read

Appointments
Boosting Northeast UK’s sustainable transport.

11 Jan 24

2 min read

Industry news
UK market intelligence: pivot in infrastructure

7 Dec 23

4 min read

Appointments
Support for UK’s Department for Transport

29 Nov 23

1 min read

Awards
Australia wins at the Asia-Pacific Project Awards

20 Nov 23

2 min read

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