Readypower News
Keep up-to-date with the latest news and events at Readypower.
Force One & The Lighthouse Charity Truck
After the launch of an employee led initiative, Force One are proud to support the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity.
Readypower Group Awarded One Star with GRESB!
Readypower Group has been awarded ONE STAR on GRESB’s International environmental and sustainability benchmarking website on our initial review.
Readypower Group Acquires Total Rail Solutions Ltd
Berkshire, 16th October: Readypower Group Limited (RGL) are delighted to announce the acquisition of Total Rail
Solutions Limited (TRS).
Readypower Group receives the Rail PPS Gold Award
We’re delighted to announce we’ve received the Rail PPS Gold Award!
Readypower Group Continues to Support the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity
We’re proud to continue to support the fantastic Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity.
Readypower Group Acquires Force One Ltd
Berkshire, 2nd June: National infrastructure services provider Readypower Group have acquired the Suction Excavator business Force One Limited.
Fundraising Day
We recently held a Fun Day to raise money for the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity!
Ballast Shoulder Work
We’re are currently working with a key client to produce a new railway line between Milton Keynes, and eventually onto Cambridgeshire.
Group Strategy Days
Our Group Strategy Days, held in Stratford, were extremely productive and successful!
Community Youth Sponsorships
We are proud to sponsor community youth teams in each of our 5 regions!
Modern Railways Expo
Readypower Complete Drain Clearance attended the Modern Railways Expo and showcased our Rail Cyclone 2 CDC10 machine.
New Appointment – Chief Operating Officer
We are delighted to announce the appointment of James Crossen as the new Chief Operating Officer of Readypower Group.
Wear It Pink for Breast Cancer Now 2022
On Friday 21 October, Readypower Group took part in Wear It Pink for Breast Cancer Now.
Readypower supports World Mental Health Day 2022
Readypower Group is proud to support World Mental Health Day today, 10th October 2022.
Readypower supports the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity
The Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity provides emotional, physical and financial wellbeing support to construction workers and their families.
Angel Trains acquires Readypower Group
London, 31st January: Angel Trains Ltd has announced the acquisition of specialist rail and infrastructure services provider, Readypower Group.
Readypower Terrawise: New Home in Scotland
RTL have expanded the business by opening a new Projects Office in Scotland at Strathclyde Business Park in Bellshill.
Global Rail & Readypower Safety Stand Down
At the end of October, Global Rail showcased Readypower at their safety stand down after giving us fantastic feedback about our work on site.
Readypower Group acquires Complete Environmental Services Ltd
Readypower Group are delighted to announce the completion of the acquisition of Complete Environmental Services T/A Complete Drain Clearance.
Community Youth Sports Team Sponsorship
We are proud to sponsor the Leigh Genesis U13’s team for the Warrington region!
Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental Health Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health and mental health problems and inspire action to promote the message of good mental health for all. Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, mental health awareness week takes place from 10-16 May 2021. The theme for 2021 is Nature.
Readypower Continues to Support Sebastian’s Action Trust
Although we were not able to personally hand over a cheque to the staff at the Trust, we have been able to make a financial donation to this wonderful local charity who support families of seriously ill children.
Apprenticeship Completion
A huge congratulations to Sam and Neil for reaching the end of their time at college and completing their apprenticeships!
Share with Pride – Superbug 300
Readypower Group is pleased to bring you more, in-depth, information about our amazing Superbug 300 machine!
Readypower Partners with iHASCO
Readypower Group is delighted to announce the roll out of a new e-learning programme with iHASCO!
Komatsu PW160-11 Full Twin Cab RRV
A great day out at A J Hargreaves to try out and take delivery of our first brand new Komatsu PW160-11 Full Twin Cab RRV.
New appointment – Regional Director Scotland, Terrawise
Readypower Terrawise are delighted to announce the appointment of Andy McLaren as Regional Director Scotland.
‘Route to Gold’ Gold Award
Readypower are delighted to have been awarded the ‘Route to Gold’ Gold standard for Plant reliability by Network Rail.
CPA Stars of the Future awards!
Congratulations to Neil Forrester for consecutive nominations in the CPA Stars of the Future awards!
Introducing the new Readypower Transporter
Meet Readypower’s innovative new Transporter. It safely carries people, small tools and materials down the line when there is no requirement for any other type of machinery.
Converted Long Reach Colmar
Our further investment to make our fleet the most modern, innovate and diverse in Scotland.
Readypower Rail Services Ltd acquire Road Rail Vehicle (RRV) assets of Holyrail Ltd
Readypower Rail Services are delighted to announce the acquisition of the entire operating rail fleet of MEWPs and RRVs of Holyrail Ltd.
FORS Silver Certificate award
Many hours of hard work from our Transport Manager assisted by Managers, Fitters, Operators and Lorry Drivers. All taking time out of their busy schedules to attend various training events in the classrooms and out on the road.
Innovative Ideas Keeping our Staff Safe
In a Covid-19 world, Readypower seeks simple innovative ideas to help keep our operators and those working with them safe during the current pandemic.
Network Rail Sunderland Emergency Works
On Saturday 23rd May @ 10am our Contracts Manager took a call from the NWR Programs Manager enquiring whether we had 3 MEWPs (Mobile Elevating Work Platforms) available for an emergency job in Sunderland.
Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental Health Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health and mental health problems and inspire action to promote the message of good mental health for all. Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, mental health awareness week takes place from 18-24 May 2020. The theme for 2020 is kindness.
RRV Superbug 300
Our first Superbug came out of the workshop for the first time this week to commence testing. With Readypowers’ on-going drive to improve efficiency for our clients, the latest addition to our fleet being built in collaboration with GOS Engineering is the largest possible tracked excavator for the British Network gauge. (W6A)
Welbeck Colliery Renewal
Readypower were delighted once again to be working with NWR Leeds Works Delivery at Welbeck Colliery in Week 3, following the successful completion of their works at Leeds Station over the Christmas period. In these unprecedented times the addition of social distancing, personal PPE protection as well as machine cleanliness all added to the challenge ahead.
COVID-19 Readypower Group Business Update
As we are griped in the midst of a global health crisis, I recognise the uncertainty that this brings to our employees, customers and suppliers. Readypower Group is working diligently to comply with all guidelines, meet demands and reduce risk, whilst continuing to provide essential services to the UK transport and infrastructure sector.
BAM Nuttall Blockade
During week 47 & week 48 we completed a 9 day blockade with 9 RRVs, installing 370m of King Post Piling and installation.
D5 Dozer Conversions
Readypower still remain the leaders investing in new plant with an annual CAPEX in excess of £6m.
Upgraded Trailers
Readypower are still striving for better reliability and cost control as we lead the way in keeping our fleet off the Do Not Use list and available for work.
Personnel Transporter
Readypower have always been renowned for innovation and thinking outside the box. Here we have taken a machine which we no longer use and re purposed it with further design to become our new transporter.
Readypower’s Response to COVID-19
Readypower is actively monitoring the Coronavirus situation as it develops and is proactively taking steps to protect employees, customers, shareholders, and local communities. The company is adhering to Government regulations as well as guidance from public health agencies such as the World Health Organisation.
Readypower Continues To Support Sebastian’s Action Trust
Readypower are pleased to continue to support Sebastian’s Action Trust, a wonderful local children’s charity. Offering respite holiday breaks at their purpose-built facilities in the South, and an outreach service of support to families with children suffering from life limiting or life-threatening conditions throughout the UK, this Charity is close to our hearts.
IOSH No Time To Lose 200 Certified
We are proud to be one of the first 200 organisations worldwide to support the No Time To Lose Campaign.
Long Service Award – Roger Nichols
COO Tony Hepburn presents Roger Nichols with 20 year Long Service Award.
We Are Recruiting For HGV Class 1 Driver in Nottingham Depot
Looking for the next step in your career? Join our team!
Readypower Launches Updated Website
We are pleased to announce that as of this week we have launched the updated Readypower website!
London Slough sleepout
Readypower team took part in the London Slough sleepout to raise money for a great cause.
Readypower Group helps save lives through AquAid
At Readypower we actively take steps to get involved with and support charitable causes wherever possible.
Readypower Supports Sebastian’s Action Trust Scarlet and Gold Ball
Readypower are pleased to continue to support the excellent work of Sebastian’s Action Trust.
Liebherr 924
The Liebherr 924 is our latest all-round mid-range RRV. Designed and built entirely at Liebherr, it is one of the most reliable machines on our fleet. It comes with a full size twin Cab, purpose built for travelling long distances for its works on the railway especially in Scotland.
Platform extensions at Maidenhead Station Project
Ready recently completed platform extensions at Maidenhead Station for Network Rail’s Western Enhancements Delivery (WED).
London to Brighton Off-Road Bike Ride
Employee, Roland Lescinskas, this week completed London to Brighton Off-Road Cycle, which was an impressive 110km. Roland was raising money the British Heart Foundation. See below some of the fantastic moments from the bike ride.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Readypower Rail Services have opportunities available for two Safety Managers to join our team.
Weaver to Wavertree Resignalling Project
22 miles of track resignalling, split into 2 phases. As part of the project Readypower was awarded a design and build contract for the signalling sub structures and superstructures:
Readypower complete gardening and maintenance day at Sebastian’s Action Trust
On Wednesday 7th August, Readypower completed a gardening & maintenance volunteer day at Sebastian’s Action Trust in Crowthorne, it was a lovely day and great for our team.
THE SLOUGH WINTER NIGHT SHELTER 2018/19 – UPDATE
Last November Readypower employees took part in fund raising by completing the Slough sleep out. Here is more information on the charity and how they support the community.
Great Western Electrification Project
Electrification of the Great Western Railway. As part of the project Readypower was awarded multiple subcontracts, one of which was for Newbury station canopy alterations and renewal including:
Readypower Training Courses
Readypower continually invest in people. Our training courses are designed to provide additional training to enable railway staff to perform at their best.
PK Line Refurbishment
Design and build contract for new piled foundations for replacement transmission tower PK132 (L4M D2 E3).
North West Electrification Programme
Readypower are pleased to have been part of the upgrade to one of the North Wests busiest rail routes – providing better, faster and more eco-friendly journeys for passengers.
Market Harborough Line Speed and Station Improvement
The scheme covered 7 miles of track infrastructure upgrade. As part of the project Readypower was awarded a subcontract, for lineside civil engineering including:
Readypower Passes RISQS Audit
Readypower Group are pleased to announce we have recently passed our annual RISQS (Railway Industry Supplier Qualification Scheme) audit with 100% compliance.
Readypower Group Apprentice of The Year Award
Congratulations to Sam Beadle and Neil Forrester on their nominations for Apprentice of The Year Award at Readypower Group.
Readypower Commitment To Safety
As part of our continued commitment to Team Safety, this week 16 members of the Nottingham Depot Readypower team took part in ‘safety stand down’ day.
Rail Live: Readypower Exhibits
We are pleased to announce we will be exhibiting at the Rail Live 2019 Exhibition – ‘the only exhibition bringing the entire rail industry together in a real railway environment’.
Readypower Groups Signs Building Mental Health Charter
Mental Health Awareness Week takes place from 13-19 May 2019.
Readypower Health and Safety Commitment
As part of our commitment to continual improvement across all our functions, we always ensure we are providing the highest level of safety to our clients and staff. We have recently been audited by BSI to conform to BSI OHSAS 18001 Safety Management Quality Standard and FORS Bronze Status, demonstrating our best in field approach to health and safety.
Network Rail Plant Depot: Open Day
An open day held at Network Rail Shettleston Rail Plant Depot on 28th February 2019 with good interest in our fleet, our new depot and what services we can offer in Scotland.
Readypower Group Chairman appointment
Readypower Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Lester as Non-Executive Chairman. Paul has a huge amount of executive experience across several sectors as the CEO of Graseby, VT Group and Group Managing Director of Balfour Beatty.
Readypower Continues To Support Sebastian’s Action Trust
Readypower are pleased to continue to support Sebastian’s Action Trust, a wonderful local children’s charity. Offering respite holiday breaks at their purpose-built facilities in the South, and an outreach service of support to families with children suffering from life limiting or life-threatening conditions throughout the UK, this Charity is close to our hearts.
Meet The Scotland Team
Following our recent move into Scotland, Readypower is pleased to announce the appointment of a Scotland Management Team. Bringing with them extensive industry experience, dedication to customer service, and a keen eye for planning our Scottish future, we are very excited about the results the Scotland Team are set to deliver.
Expanding Into Scottish Territory
Readypower are delighted to announce the opening of its new railway operations hub in Scotland. Following our plans since the MBO two years ago, the group has once again moved into new territory after our excellent reception and growth from our move into the north of England.
4 new RR14 EVO/2-400 road rail access platforms added to the comprehensive Readypower fleet
Readypower is delighted to announce the addition of 4 new RR14 EVO/2-400 road rail access platforms to add to our extensive fleet of road rail vehicles.
James Stanford promoted to Commercial Director
We are delighted to announce that James Stanford has been promoted from Senior Commercial Manager to Commercial Director of the Readypower Rail Services business.
Krysty Headley and Steven Laing join Readypower as we extend our national coverage into Scotland
We are delighted to announce that Krysty Headley and Steven Laing have joined Readypower Scotland as Rail Operations Manager and POS & Compliance Manager respectively.
New Framework with Transport for London
Readypower Rail Services are delighted to announce the signing of a new five-year framework to provide RRV assets for works with TFL on the Croydon Tramlink.