Jan 7, 2025 | Energy & Power, People, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification, Sustainability
As we reflect on the past year, we celebrate the milestones that have defined our work in 2024: advancing the UK’s journey toward Net Zero with impactful Rail and Power & Energy projects, inspiring future engineers, adopting sustainability practices, growing...
Dec 6, 2024 | Capability & Credentials, People
We specialise in complex Rail and Power & Energy projects — work that requires both technical skill and a responsive, collaborative approach to civil engineering. We understand that clients need more than just technical support; they need a partner they can...
Dec 4, 2024 | Capability & Credentials, Case Study, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
Why skilled civil engineering design is key to upgrading and decarbonising the UK and Republic of Ireland’s rail landscape The rail industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities, requiring innovative solutions and strategic collaboration. Ageing...
Nov 21, 2024 | Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
The railway sector is entering a critical phase of investment, driven by the urgent need to upgrade ageing infrastructure, strengthen climate change resilience, and decarbonise rail transport systems. Plans laid out under the Network Rail’s Control Period 7 (CP7), and...
Nov 12, 2024 | Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
The Downs Park Road Overbridge – a 154-year-old structure located in the borough of Hackney – suffered extensive structural deterioration over the years and was in desperate need of immediate restoration. Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS) was appointed by Murphy to...
Oct 30, 2024 | Contract wins, Energy & Power, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS) is proud to announce our involvement in a series of high-profile projects in the Rail and Power & Energy sectors, for clients including VolkerFitzpatrick, Hitachi Energy, Murphy, High Voltage Substation Services Limited (HVSS),...
Oct 29, 2024 | Capability & Credentials, Energy & Power, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
The Power & Energy and Rail sectors are going through a time of substantial investment, driven by the need to upgrade our infrastructure and move towards a global net zero emissions economy. Key projects include National Grid’s Great Grid Upgrade, Network Rail’s...
Oct 28, 2024 | Energy & Power, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS) is proud to present a two-part series showcasing our involvement in a range of high-profile projects within the Rail and Power & Energy sectors. Our expertise has been called on by industry leaders including VolkerFitzpatrick,...
Aug 7, 2024 | Energy & Power, People, Sustainability
Celine Mahfoud, a Graduate Civil Engineer at Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS), is deeply involved in inspiring the next generation of engineers through initiatives aimed at encouraging young people, especially girls, to pursue careers in this field. Her dedication...
Jul 30, 2024 | Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification
Published last year, the All-Island Strategic Rail Review (AISRR) offers a joint strategy to enhance and expand the rail network across the entire island of Ireland. The plans set out by the governments of both countries include recommendations to electrify and...
Jul 2, 2024 | Energy & Power
The year 2030 marks a crucial milestone in the UK’s journey to achieving its goal of being a Net Zero emission society and economy by 2050. By 2030, 95% of the UK’s energy should be coming from low-carbon, primarily renewable sources, and the electricity...
Jun 17, 2024 | Energy & Power, People, Rail: Civils & Structures, Rail: Electrification, Sustainability
A creative thinker with a passion for solving complex engineering challenges, Ricardo Villamil, Senior Civil Design Engineer at Whitfield Consulting Services (WCS), believes innovation and fresh perspectives are vital in driving progress in the field of civil...