IRSE licenced Design Engineers

Signalling Design Expertise

Quality, Reliable and Flexible

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Extensive capabilities and a wealth of experience. Experts in project delivery of all sizes and complexity, covering both legacy and modern technologies. Committed to excellence in everything we do.

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Our Services

The Corlow Rail design team has the competence and experience to take ownership of entire Signalling Design projects, or individual Design deliverables, as detailed below. Furthermore, Corlow Rail can project manage multi-disciplinary projects by utilising our skilled supply chain.

Signalling Documents

Concept & scheme design

Detailed design

Signalling renewals

Level crossing design

Signalling Documents

Concept & scheme design

Detailed design

Signalling renewals

Level crossing design

Signalling Documents

Concept & scheme design

Detailed design

Signalling renewals

Level crossing design

Project Delivery

GRIP 3–8 / PACE 1–4

Full end-to-end delivery or single work packages

Assurance, verification & compliance

Testing & Commissioning Support

Project Delivery

GRIP 3–8 / PACE 1–4

Full end-to-end delivery or single work packages

Assurance, verification & compliance

Testing & Commissioning Support

Project Delivery

GRIP 3–8 / PACE 1–4

Full end-to-end delivery or single work packages

Assurance, verification & compliance

Testing & Commissioning Support

Technical Documentation

Specifications

Plans & schematics

Risk assessments

Design submissions

Technical Documentation

Specifications

Plans & schematics

Risk assessments

Design submissions

Technical Documentation

Specifications

Plans & schematics

Risk assessments

Design submissions

"Corlow delivered detailed signalling designs that were accurate from day one. Their understanding of GRIP requirements and ability to react quickly kept our programme on track."

Emily Johnson, Project Manager, National Rail Contractor

"Corlow delivered detailed signalling designs that were accurate from day one. Their understanding of GRIP requirements and ability to react quickly kept our programme on track."

Emily Johnson, Project Manager, National Rail Contractor

"Corlow delivered detailed signalling designs that were accurate from day one. Their understanding of GRIP requirements and ability to react quickly kept our programme on track."

Emily Johnson, Project Manager, National Rail Contractor

About us

Corlow Rail was founded to confront the challenges arising from degrading and obsolete signalling assets, mixed with resource limitations within the UK rail industry. With a team of seasoned professionals boasting decades of experience, we have harnessed our collective expertise to deliver projects of varying scales. Specialising exclusively on signalling design, our proficient team of IRSE licenced Design Engineers excel in delivering cost-effective, dependable design solutions on time, every time.

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Matt McDonald / Managing Director

Matt began his journey in to railway Signalling as a Network Rail apprentice in 2005. He spent time with Faulting and Maintenance before moving in to Signalling Design - where he occasionally supported as a Functional Tester. As such, he has gained an excellent holistic view of the industry and the different disciplines within it. He has contributed at a Principles level to major Signalling schemes, and more recently has delivered Signalling enhancement and renewals projects as Design Manager and CRE.

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Adam Mather / Engineering Director

Adam started his Signalling Design career in 2008. He has worked exclusively with tier 1 companies in the UK rail industry, making substantial contributions to the successful delivery of numerous major re-signalling projects. This extensive journey has equipped him with a deep understanding of various signalling systems, technologies and equipment. His comprehensive knowledge encompasses both conventional and digital technologies – including ETCS. Adam is responsible for technical leadership, competence management, regulatory compliance and delivery of engineering projects to meet client requirements, within scope and budget.

Adam Mather / Engineering Director

Adam started his Signalling Design career in 2008. He has worked exclusively with tier 1 companies in the UK rail industry, making substantial contributions to the successful delivery of numerous major re-signalling projects. This extensive journey has equipped him with a deep understanding of various signalling systems, technologies and equipment. His comprehensive knowledge encompasses both conventional and digital technologies – including ETCS. Adam is responsible for technical leadership, competence management, regulatory compliance and delivery of engineering projects to meet client requirements, within scope and budget.

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Our Values

Safety First

Safety is our top priority. We are committed to ensuring the well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Customer-Centric

We are dedicated to exceeding customer expectations by delivering reliable, efficient, and customised signalling solutions.

Integrity

We conduct our business with the utmost integrity, honesty, and transparency. We believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.

Quality Excellence

We maintain a high standard of quality in our services, products, and operations. Our aim is to be a symbol of excellence in the rail industry.

Team Collaboration

We recognise that our success is a result of our diverse and skilled team working together. We value collaboration, diversity, and inclusion.

Reliability

We are known for our consistent, dependable service. Our customers can rely on us to deliver as promised.

Cost Efficiency

We are dedicated to providing cost-effective design solutions, ensuring that our clients receive value for their investments.

Continuous Improvement

We believe in always striving for improvement. We embrace change and new opportunities for growth.

Environmental Responsibility

We are environmentally conscious and work to minimize our impact on the environment. We are committed to sustainable rail operations.

FAQ

Everything you need to know

What signalling services does Corlow Rail provide?

Do you work on full projects or individual work packages?

Are your engineers IRSE-licensed?

Can you support projects already in progress?

What information do you need to begin a project?

FAQ

Everything you need to know

What signalling services does Corlow Rail provide?

Do you work on full projects or individual work packages?

Are your engineers IRSE-licensed?

Can you support projects already in progress?

What information do you need to begin a project?

FAQ

Everything you need to know

What signalling services does Corlow Rail provide?

Do you work on full projects or individual work packages?

Are your engineers IRSE-licensed?

Can you support projects already in progress?

What information do you need to begin a project?

When every journey depends on the right decision, we make certain the signal is clear.

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When every journey depends on the right decision, we make certain the signal is clear.

Drone shot of a running track at night

When every journey depends on the right decision, we make certain the signal is clear.

Drone shot of a running track at night

Corlow Rail delivers end-to-end signalling design, project delivery and technical documentation for UK rail. Our IRSE-licensed engineers provide precise, compliant and safety-focused solutions across every GRIP and PACE stage.

Created by FourteenDesign

Corlow Rail delivers end-to-end signalling design, project delivery and technical documentation for UK rail. Our IRSE-licensed engineers provide precise, compliant and safety-focused solutions across every GRIP and PACE stage.

Created by FourteenDesign

Corlow Rail delivers end-to-end signalling design, project delivery and technical documentation for UK rail. Our IRSE-licensed engineers provide precise, compliant and safety-focused solutions across every GRIP and PACE stage.

Created by FourteenDesign

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