Civil Engineering

Smarter Access, Safer Delivery: The Apsley Easter Blockade

During the Easter blockade at Apsley station, Enable Infrastructure and Enable Design delivered critical Access for All (AfA) foundation upgrades for Network Rail under a collaborative one‑team approach with Taziker. By engineering a bespoke temporary access solution with Cordek Ltd, the team completed deep piling and complex civils works in a constrained station environment with zero On Track Plant (OTP) dependency. The innovative approach reduced risk, improved safety and enabled the site to be handed back ahead of schedule.

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Capability Spotlight: Delivering Complex Geotechnical Solutions at Dollis Hill

The Dollis Hill Retaining Wall project stands as a definitive case study in Enable Infrastructure’s ability to execute complex geotechnical…

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Dollis Hill Replacement Retaining Wall

Delivered for London Underground, this project involved replacing a failing retaining wall adjacent to the live Metropolitan and Jubilee lines. Enable Infrastructure utilised a King Post Wall solution to stabilise the cutting slope, overcoming hazardous ground conditions and severe logistical constraints to deliver the scheme safely and on programme.

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Soho Depot – Phase II

Enable Infrastructure completed Phase 2 of the Soho EMU Depot upgrade for West Midlands Trains, following successful delivery of Phase 1. Works included demolition of eight concrete walkways, installation of GRP replacements, deep drainage systems, CET plantroom, and modernised lighting. Despite complex site constraints, Enable delivered safely, on time, and under budget—saving £1.3 million through value engineering.

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MTR Rail for London Framework

Enable delivered infrastructure upgrades for TfL across London Underground, Overground, DLR, and Crossrail. Projects included structural safety works, embankment stabilisation, and improved public access. Collaborating with MTR, Enable overcame complex design and operational challenges to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable engineering solutions..

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TRACK ANCILLARIES AND REACTIVE WORKS

Network Rail contracted Enable Infrastructure to maintain, assess, and upgrade track ancillary assets across the Southeast region. Key deliverables include repairing drainage, longitudinal timbers, level crossings, and constructing road-rail access points. Challenges included last-minute access cancellations and emergency mobilisations. Enable mitigated these by coordinating with stakeholders, maintaining flexibility, and drawing on specialised expertise.

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SOHO DEPOT PROJECT

Enable Infrastructure upgraded the Soho Depot in Birmingham for West Midlands Trains to maintain new Class 730 trains. The project involved civil, electrical, mechanical, and signaling upgrades to accommodate the new fleet. As program integrator, Enable managed stakeholders and oversaw the project’s diverse scope. Enable’s solutions included detailed stakeholder consultations, phased work packages, and collaborative 3D modeling to minimise disruptions and meet timelines.

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CORE VALLEY LINE WORKS

The project aims to transform rail service in Cardiff and the surrounding Valleys, upgrading infrastructure like overhead lines, power, fencing, and signage. Key challenges included coordinating disciplines, design delays, and environmental constraints. Enable addressed these through collaboration, flexible resource allocation, and proactive stakeholder management. Deliverables include cable management, platform tactile installation, tree trimming, and boundary fencing to enhance safety and reliability.

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FELTHAM RE-SIGNALLING PROGRAMME – PHASE 1 & 2 CIVILS​

Enable Infrastructure completed the Feltham Re-Signalling Programme for Network Rail, delivering critical infrastructure upgrades to a busy London rail corridor. The project involved over 350 civil assets across 60+ miles of track, addressing aging signaling systems to improve service reliability and capacity. Despite challenges like restricted access, Enable’s expertise in rail construction and project management enabled successful delivery, minimising disruptions to commuters on this vital transportation route.

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COVENTRY STATION RENOVATION PROGRAMME​

Enable Infrastructure completed the Coventry Station Renovation Programme, including a new substation, lifts, and car park, to prepare the station for the 2022 Commonwealth Games. The project involved extensive collaboration to address challenges like unexploded WWII ordnance, delivering critical infrastructure upgrades that benefited the local community and enabled the successful hosting of major sporting events.

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IMPROVING SECURITY AND ACCESS AT COMPANIES HOUSE

Enable Infrastructure completed the Gatehouse Project to enhance security and access at the Companies House facility in Cardiff. Working through the Crown Commercial Services Framework, they installed robust barriers, security fencing, turnstiles, and vehicle gates to control entry and exit. The project also included new foundations, surfacing, CCTV, lighting, and signage to improve traffic flow and security. Enable overcame challenges like working in a high-security, pedestrianized area by meticulous planning and collaboration.

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MIDLANDS MAIN LINE UPGRADE

Enable Infrastructure completed the Midland Main Line Upgrade for SPL Powerlines UK, a major rail infrastructure project. Key contributions included electrification and overhead line installation across over 100 miles of track. Challenges involved coordination, geographic scope, and design changes. Enable addressed these through logistics planning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and design solutions that improved delivery. The project culminated in enabling a new 400kV-to-25kV supply point substation.

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