The brand new Peterborough HQ for GB Railfreight was opened by Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris MP this week in a celebration of this huge investment in the local community by the rail freight operator.
The headquarters will be home to their train crew and office staff and will also house their 24-hour control centre, incorporating training, operations and asset management departments.
Leading the industry in training for those looking towards a career in rail freight, GBRf has developed three exclusive purpose-specific classrooms which feature advanced simulators which will be used to teach future talent from the local area and further afield.
2021 will see 120 people advance their skills at the training facility for a number of different roles, from trainee drivers to apprenticeships.
The headquarters have been developed with both sustainability and wellbeing in mind with the centre featuring solar panels, electric vehicle charging points, along with cycle storage. On-site features also include a catering hub and shower facilities for staff working around the clock.
GB Railfreight began transporting goods for a variety of customers and industries throughout the UK in 1999 and is now one of the fastest-growing rail industry companies in the country operating a reliable, safe and sustainable service.
John Smith, Managing Director of GB Railfreight, said: “The new Peterborough headquarters is one of GBRf's single largest investments to date and builds on our ever-growing presence in the local community and commitment to regional development. As we build towards a brighter future, we want to foster the next generation of rail freight talent and our new headquarters will help us achieve this aim.”
Chris Heaton-Harris MP, Rail Minister, said: “It is a pleasure to open the brand-new GB Railfreight headquarters, which will provide future generations with the essential skills and knowledge for a successful career in rail freight.
“Our rail freight sector has kept our country and economy moving through the pandemic, and we will continue to support the growth of this key industry, particularly as we look to decarbonise transport and deliver net-zero by 2050.”
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