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Terry Morgan re-appointed as Crossrail Chairman
Crossrail Limited announced that Terry Morgan CBE has been re-appointed by the Crossrail Board as Non-Executive Chairman for a three-year term from 31 May 2012.
Crossrail and contractors launch Community Investment Programme
It’s full speed ahead for Crossrail’s new Community Investment Programme which will see major contractors donating expertise, time and resources to create a lasting benefit to communities neighbouring Crossrail worksites.
Crossrail confirmed the shortlist for C520 Custom House station
The indicative value of the main construction contract is in the region of £35 million.
Prime Minister visits Crossrail to view tunnel boring machines
Prime Minister David Cameron visited Crossrail’s Westbourne Park site in west London to view the tunnel boring machines (TBMs) ahead of Crossrail tunnelling commencing next month.
Crossrail confirms plans to lessen impact of construction on west London
Crossrail announced that it has been able to reduce the extent of land required for a major sub-station at Great Western Road in west London.
Duke of York visits Tunnelling and Underground Construction Academy in east London
His Royal Highness, The Duke of York, visited the new £13m Tunnelling and Underground Construction Academy (TUCA) in east London as part of National Apprenticeship Week to meet apprentices working on the Crossrail project.
Crossrail outlines new approach to refurbishing the Connaught Tunnel
Crossrail announced that it has adopted a new approach to restoring and enlarging the Connaught Tunnel which is safer and more efficient.
Construction of new Paddington Crossrail station steps up a gear
Construction of the new Crossrail station at Paddington enters a new phase from next month as excavation of the station box gets underway with some changes to transport services in the area.
Crossrail awards major construction contracts for Farringdon and Whitechapel stations
Crossrail announced that it has awarded the main construction contracts for Farringdon and Whitechapel stations. Intensive construction for both stations will get underway next year.
Crossrail’s first tunnel portal completed ahead of schedule
Construction of Royal Oak portal, the first of five tunnel portals on the Crossrail route is now complete. Work is underway to prepare the site for the start of Crossrail tunnelling next year.
Crossrail - replacement DLR station at Pudding Mill Lane approved
Newham’s Strategic Development Committee has approved plans for a replacement Docklands Light Railway (DLR) station at Pudding Mill Lane.
Bombardier reviews operations after Thameslink £1.4bn lost deal
Canadian transport giant Bombardier is to review its UK train-making operations after failing to win a contract to build carriages for the Thameslink project. Bombardier currently operates the UK’s only remaining train factory, employing a workforce of 3,000 in Derby.