Signalling Design
Entire Rail Signalling Designs, from Feasibility Study to Project Close Out
We provide end-to-end Rail Signalling Design services, covering everything from early scheme development through to detailed design and project delivery. With deep technical expertise and a proven track record, our signalling design team has supported nearly every major rail organisation in the UK. To date, we’ve delivered over 120 successful rail signalling design projects — on time, on budget, and to the highest industry standards.
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Proven Rail Signalling Design
Softech Rail’s IRSE-licensed signalling design team delivers innovative, efficient rail signalling design solutions across the entire project lifecycle — from initial feasibility through to detailed execution. With extensive experience in UK rail infrastructure, we confidently manage the complexities of rail signalling design, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant delivery every time.
Our team combines deep technical knowledge with real-world insight to create tailored signalling designs that align with each client’s unique operational needs. Through precision, collaboration, and a focus on long-term performance, we develop sustainable rail signalling systems that enhance safety, efficiency, and overall network capability.
Cutting Edge Signalling Design for Railways of the Future
Operating from our UK-based design offices and international hubs, Softech Rail delivers complete Rail Signalling Design solutions — from simple signal replacements to complex station remodels. Our design expertise includes scheme plan development, interface design, control tables, signalling principles, and trackside layout design, enabling us to manage signalling design projects from concept through to final approval.
Using industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD and Bentley MicroStation, we provide detailed 2D and 3D signalling designs that support efficient reviews, reduce design cycles, and accelerate approvals. Whether you need a standalone rail signalling design service or full integration with installation, testing, and commissioning phases, we deliver precision, flexibility, and results at every stage.
Signal Design Capabilities
We have expertise in the full spectrum of signal designing:
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Modern Signalling Systems:
ETCS, ERTMS, CBTC (Thales/Hitachi), SSI, CBI, and Auto Signalling systems Alstom Smartlock, Westrace, Westpac, Ansaldo Microlok II
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Specialist Subsystems:
Digital Axle Counters, Data Loggers, Train Describer Systems, Remote Condition Monitoring (RCM)
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Infrastructure & Operational Design:
Level Crossing design, Platform Extensions, Lineside Infrastructure (LSI), Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Interlocking, Geographical Interlocking
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Technical Documentation & Analysis:
Signal Sighting assessments, Scheme Development with site surveys, Signal Overrun Risk Assessment (SORA), Signal Assessment Tool (SAT), Driver Assessment (DA)
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Schematic Production:
TFM Schematics, Block Schematics, Control Tables, and Interface Layouts
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Urban & Legacy Systems:
Citiflo 650 and Classical Systems, support for legacy mechanical installations and modern upgrade integration
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Signal Design & Build Expertise
Our expertise spans complex Rail Signalling Design projects from ES1 to ES5, where we undertake critical roles such as Contractor’s Responsible Engineer (CRE) and Contractor’s Engineering Manager (CEM). We’re known for our flexibility — managing multiple clients and projects simultaneously without compromising on quality or delivery. From feasibility studies and signal scheme development to interlocking design and production of OPS/SDS documents, we provide end-to-end signalling design solutions.
Softech Rail is trusted across the rail industry for delivering innovative and practical rail signalling designs. With over 115 projects successfully completed and zero CAT 3 Design Review Notes from Network Rail, we’ve proven our commitment to excellence. Our design philosophy is grounded in buildability, safety, and cost-efficiency — ensuring every solution is both smart and fully compliant.
With a footprint across mainline, metro, and tram systems in the UK and beyond, we support clients at every level. Whether you need complete signalling design for a new railway system or integration of advanced control technologies, Softech Rail is your trusted partner for reliable, future-ready rail signalling design.
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