Network Rail awards £2.6M contract to TPS for ground breaking energy integration project

Network Rail has taken a bold next step toward decarbonisation in moving ahead with the second phase of its Integrated Converter project.  The £2.6 million collaboration is part of a strategic innovation programme to enable self-generated renewable energy to power electric trains—essential to unlocking sustainable rail operations.

Building on initial success
Phase 1 successfully delivered a proof of concept, in which our advanced power electronics solution validated technical feasibility and alignment with operational requirements to earn approval from Network Rail’s Technical Authority.

Phase 2 Objectives:
This next phase will see the concept translated into a functioning prototype, incorporating:

• Advanced DC/DC and systems for high-voltage applications demanded by Rail
• Safety and compliance adoption
• Optimisation of renewable energy generation for traction power

Innovation Highlights:

• First-of-kind 25kV Integrated Converter for use within rail infrastructure
• Enables solar and other renewable energy sources to directly power electric trains
• Supports Network Rail’s Net Zero strategy and long-term sustainability goals

Commenting, Network Rail, said:

“Turbo Power Systems remains the only economic operator with the capability to deliver the required next stage of development”

This project is more than an engineering milestone—it’s a vision for a greener railway network, reducing reliance on grid energy and cutting carbon emissions across the UK rail system.

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