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At Softech Rail, our Rail Signalling Consultancy services provide impartial, expert guidance to support clients at every stage of the railway project lifecycle. From early feasibility to system assurance and operational transition, our consultancy team helps infrastructure owners, operators and project partners navigate the complexities of signalling strategy, integration, and compliance.

We ensure that every decision — whether technical, operational or regulatory — is aligned with the broader goals of safety, performance, and long-term value.

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Our Rail Signalling Consultancy

Our consultancy services are built around a clear understanding of both the technical and operational realities of UK rail. We help define project scope, develop viable signalling strategies, and support the integration of new systems into existing rail environments. Our advice is rooted in safety, sustainability, and long-term performance.

Our consultants operate independently, ensuring decisions are driven by outcomes — not by delivery constraints. Whether working alongside Network Rail, TOCs, contractors, or local authorities, we provide technical leadership and assurance that keeps projects on track.

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Supporting Rail-Related Projects

Softech Rail works across a wide range of rail environments, including complex brownfield upgrades and strategic resignalling programmes. Our signalling consultancy is often embedded within broader infrastructure programmes — supporting the integration of signalling with Telecoms, Civils, OLE, and Control Systems.

By maintaining a clear, client-side perspective, we help project owners stay aligned with objectives and industry obligations, while navigating the practical challenges of real-world delivery.

 

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Our Signalling Consultancy Expertise Includes:

  • Strategic option assessment and feasibility studies
  • Requirements capture and project scope definition
  • Risk-based system assurance and compliance guidance
  • Stakeholder engagement and integration planning
  • Operational transition support and change readiness
  • Technical leadership via CRE, CEM, and Independent Verifier roles

    Why Softech Rail?

    With nearly 20 years of consultancy experience in the UK rail sector, Softech Rail has built a reputation for technical integrity, collaborative delivery, and deep sector knowledge. Our people are IRSE-accredited professionals, trusted by infrastructure managers and project partners alike.

    We offer independent advice that leads to better decisions, safer systems, and more resilient outcomes. From feasibility to final assurance — we’re here to guide you.

    Proven Track Record

    Our consultancy team has supported major UK rail projects through GRIP and PACE frameworks, applying best practice in design assurance, signal sighting, interlocking integration and digital readiness. We are experienced in advising on both conventional and digital signalling systems, including TMS, ETCS and CBTC rollouts.

    We understand how to balance technical complexity, regulatory demands, and operational needs — and ensure that all signalling recommendations are robust, realistic, and auditable.

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    Our Rail Signalling Consultancy Projects

    Purfleet Signalling and Telecoms
    Signalling and Telecoms designs for highway Bridge, reconstruction of entire station including shopping concourse and lowering of OLE catenary.
    Dec 14, 2023
    Eastbourne Siding
    Softech conducted a condition assessment to confirm that the existing signalling system is capable of performing the required train movements.
    Dec 5, 2023
    WLL Clapham Junction
    Provide extra passenger capacity on the West London Line (WLL) by lengthening the station platforms
    Nov 29, 2023
    Barnes Signalling, Telecoms and E&P
    ES4, ES5 Designs, Site surveys for the identification of affected cable routes and production of detailed designs. Testing and commissioning
    Oct 20, 2023
    Clacton-On-Sea Depot Signalling
    Softech undertook ES3 & ES4 designs for the Clacton-On-Sea Depot Signalling project, including Signal Sighting following thorough site surveys.
    Jun 18, 2022
    Gatwick Airport Station Widening
    Optimised signalling designs for Gatwick Airport Station Widening project ensure smoother rail operations. Expert signalling enhancing travel.
    May 7, 2018
    Elton Siding Signalling and Telecoms
    Softech reduced CO2 emissions by nearly 1,000,000 cubic metres each year. We did this by conceiving and delivering ES3-8 for the Elton Siding Signalli...
    Jan 21, 2016
    Radlett
    This study was completed to assess how best to path down direction freight trains between the Midland Main Line and the proposed SRFI at Radlett.
    Jan 12, 2016
    Richmond Platform 3
    Enhanced rail signalling for Richmond Platform 3 under LOCIP ensures efficient 5-car operations. Softech's ensures optimal design solutions.
    Jul 16, 2015
    Clapham Junction Platform 16
    Difficulties at Platform 16 in dispatching longer trains led to Softech's engagement to look into Signalling alterations to overcome operational issue...
    Sep 16, 2014
    Norwood Junction
    Signalling scheme plan was produced by Softech for Norwood junction, proposing many alterations.
    Jul 29, 2014

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