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Reflecting on a year of progress: Rail, Power & Energy, sustainability and team culture
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 our...
Experience, agility, collaboration: The WCS approach to civil engineering
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...
Delivering the UK and Republic of Ireland’s rail ambitions through civil engineering expertise
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...
Sustainable civil engineering practices for resilient railway infrastructure
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...
Expert civil engineering to revitalise Hackney’s historic Downs Park Road Overbridge
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...
New projects secured part two: Leading the way with expert civil engineering in Rail and Power & Energy
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),...
The risks of overlooking temporary works design and coordination in infrastructure projects
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...
New projects secured part one: Leading the way with expert civil engineering in Rail and Power & Energy
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,...
Building a Net Zero world and inspiring future generations: Meet Celine Mahfoud, Graduate Civil Engineer
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...
Specialist civil engineering expertise will be vital to electrify Ireland’s railways: Here’s why
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...
Power & Energy 2030: How civil engineers are making Net Zero possible
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 system should...
Mastering complex engineering projects: Meet Ricardo Villamil, Senior Civil Design Engineer
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...