Enhancement Project Overview September 2017 / Topics 1. Project - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Felixstowe Branch Capacity Enhancement Project Overview September 2017 /

Topics 1. Project Overview 2. Multiple TWAOs 3. Key Dates 4. What you will notice… 5. Questions /

Why improve the Felixstowe Branch Line? Felixstowe Port is the largest container port in the UK, the branch line is a key artery that allows these goods to travel around the country. Every additional train takes circa 60 lorries from the A14 Enhanced reliability and robustness 76% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to road freight per tonne /

Further Context Capacity and  Performance Issues High Demand for  additional traffic Wider F2N Concept  SFN Funded  /

The Project Scope 45ftpd on branch Greater Operational Flexibility Compliant Timetable Improved Safety /

Multiple TWAOs… /

Multiple TWAOs 2008 and 2014 TWAOs Established by the Port of Felixstowe 2017 Transfer TWAO and New TWAO (Level Crossings) Public Inquiry in January 2018, with decision expected summer 2018. Further Details can be provided. /

Scheme Programme /

What you will notice… Construction Works and Traffic (enabling works – Autumn 2017) Footpaths will be closures and alterations (spring of 2018 onwards). Construction Safety (site fences, etc) Full Construction Site (spring of 2018 onwards) Felixstowebranchline@networkrail.co.uk /

Thank You for Listening P lease feel free to ask any questions… /