2 minute read - 8th April 2025
Work starts on £100m Siemens Mobility manufacturing site
Siemens Mobility has officially broken ground on its new £100m state-of-the-art facility in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This milestone marks the start of construction on a state-of-the-art innovation hub that will shape the future of rail technology in the UK.
Set to open in 2026 and replace the existing factory, the new facility will house around 800 employees and support the development and production of the next generation of conventional, digital rail signalling and control systems for the UK and international markets.
The facility will be built to BREEAM ‘Excellent’ standards, incorporating sustainable features such as energy-efficient production areas and eco-friendly office spaces. Siemens Mobility has also committed to enhancing biodiversity, with plans to increase green spaces, plant native species, and create new wildlife habitats.
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Construction work has started on the new £100m Siemens Mobility rail infrastructure factory in Chippenham / Picture: Siemens Mobility
Rob Morris, joint CEO of Siemens Mobility in the UK & Ireland, said: “Breaking ground on our new Chippenham facility marks a significant milestone for Siemens Mobility and the wider UK rail industry. This investment reinforces our commitment to driving innovation in rail technology and to transform rail travel and transport for passengers and freight across the UK. It was particularly special to welcome past employees and local school children, who represent both our proud heritage and the future of our industry.”
Rail Minister, Lord Peter Hendy, said: “This £100million investment will bring a huge amount of opportunity with it. Current and future rail projects will benefit from better signalling systems, modernising our infrastructure and meaning better services for millions of passengers. More than 800 people will have a job at this site, giving people the opportunity to build a life here in Chippenham and have a career in the railway industry, which I can say from experience is very rewarding. I look forward to seeing this investment create jobs, boost business, and bolster Wiltshire’s potential.”
