Based at the company's Raynesway facility, the Centre will act as a dedicated research, development and testing facility covering over 450 sq m to support the development of the digital railway for a more reliable, cost efficient and safe railway network.
Overall, the scheme brings together Balfour Beatty's expertise in systems engineering, computer science, robotics, data analytics, electronics and electrical & mechanical engineering. In combination with tge York and Matlock offices, the Centre will employ over 150 leading technicians, engineers, data scientists and developers with expertise and knowledge of the design, operation and maintenance of the railway.
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Opening the Rail Innovation Centre today, 28 June, Chief Executive Officer for Rail and Utilities Mark Bullock said: "Digital technologies are rapidly changing the rail industry, bringing new efficiencies and presenting new opportunities. The Rail Innovation Centre is at the heart of Balfour Beatty's technology offering with the specific purpose of driving efficiencies and safety across the rail network for those who work on the railway and ultimately the travelling public."
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