The new depot, or sustainable maintenance delivery unit as Network Rail calls it, will be a two-storey 9,500 sq ft timber building with welfare facilities, an office, and a stores. There will be a service yard, additional storage facilities and car parking.
Air-source heat pumps, triple-glazed windows and rooftop solar PV panels will be installed to keep energy bills down.
Henry Boot Construction is the main contractor on the project; Ridge is leading on the structural and architectural design.
Henry Boot Construction managing director Lee Powell said: “From the outset, we identified and delivered several sustainability measures designed to go beyond baseline requirements. These initiatives will significantly improve energy efficiency and reduce the project’s overall carbon footprint.”
The project was procured through the Crown Commercial Service Construction Works and Associated Services (CWAS) framework. Construction is now under way and expected to complete by early 2026. Contract value was not disclosed.