Progress Rail Signs Contract with Network Rail to Supply Switches and Crossings in the UK

September 24, 2024

BERLIN, Germany – Progress Rail has signed a five-year contract with Network Rail to supply switches and crossings (S&C) and associated components.

Progress Rail will draw upon its extensive engineering and manufacturing capabilities in the United Kingdom (U.K.) to deliver on this contract. The work will provide Network Rail continued access to Progress Rail’s local, responsive manufacturing capabilities, as well as long-term supply chain resilience in the UK rail market. Over the five-year period, Progress Rail anticipates increased collaboration on S&C design and supply, which will drive product and delivery improvements and provide additional benefits to Network Rail.

“Through working together to deliver best-in-class products over the years, we have developed a trusted relationship with Network Rail,” commented Hyung Kim, executive vice president of infrastructure at Progress Rail. “This contract is an important step in strengthening our strategic relationship and building on the value we provide in support of Network Rail and the wider UK rail industry.”

Progress Rail is dedicated to producing switches and crossings, with four manufacturing and product assembly sites across the U.K., including two foundries in South Queensferry and Nottingham.

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About Progress Rail

Progress Rail, a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for global rail customers. Progress Rail delivers advanced EMD® locomotives and engines, trackwork, fasteners, signaling, rail welding and maintenance-of-way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car services, aftermarket parts and recycling operations. The company also offers advanced rail technologies, including data analytics, train automation, operational optimization, connected assets, predictive maintenance, asset protection and movement and yard planning. Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise, together with the support of Caterpillar, ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions for the rail industry. Progress Rail has a network of nearly 150 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Egypt, Germany, Italy, Saudi Arabi, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, India and Australia. For more information, visit progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

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