Topic: Salford

Nighttime shot of a supervisor on a walkie talkie directing an aggregates train into a terminal

Manchester needs more rail freight to move construction materials

A new report sets out the economic and environmental case for more rail freight into Greater Manchester. The metropolitan area around Manchester is experiencing a significant construction boom, and the vital part played by rail...Read more

05-01-2024|Comment|author: Simon Walton

Cemex cements rail freight future at Selby

Rail freight facilities have been improved and safeguarded for future expansion at the Selby distribution hub operated by Cemex, the global building materials solutions supplier. Infrastructure renewals will mean aggregates can continue to be moved...Read more

03-05-2021|Comment|author: Simon Walton

Aerial shot of Dove Holes quarry complex in the High Peaks

Cemex UK pouring resources into rail

The aggregates conglomerate Cemex is looking to build on its relationship with rail in the UK. They have already upgraded facilities at their Derbyshire quarry, and their handling facility in Salford, Greater Manchester. There is...Read more

20-02-2020|Comment|author: Simon Walton