Any technical or legal issues that could cancel an option or a project should have been identified by this point. PL12 4HJ. This publication is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/integrated-rail-plan-for-the-north-and-the-midlands/integrated-rail-plan-for-the-north-and-midlands-glossary. endobj He stressed the benefits of the one-team approach that required funders, users and suppliers to be involved as early as possible, for which suitable procurement arrangements were required. The workshop will look at the PACE (Project . Built with love in Manchester , New Civil Engineer 'Interview | Mike Wright of Network Rail on setting a new tone for project delivery'. Our expertise extends to depots, operations, maintenance analytics and asset management across all aspects of rail, including transport, technical and sustainability assessments and systems infrastructure. So what is PACE, and how does it differ from its predecessor? endobj PACE is a new approach that will make it easier for Network Rail to integrate and respond to operational challenges. <> The feasibility stage assesses whether the outputs can be delivered economically and in line with current network proposals/strategy. Project SPEED therefore potentially offers GTR significant benefits as the companys Infrastructure Director, Keith Jipps, explained. /Resources 917 0 R Experience in the design of rail-related mechanical systems Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (PACE) describes how Network Rail manages and controls investment projects on the rail network. PACE is a new approach that will make it easier for Network Rail to integrate and respond to operational challenges. Page 6 of 7 Network Rails process for developing railway interventions, split into various gateways in a similar manner to the Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline (RNEP). A route that refers to the southernmost point of the Liverpool to Manchester railways, via Warrington Central station and Liverpool South Parkway. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Experience of working in the UK rail industry - knowledge of Network Rail GRIP / PACE process / standards and approval processes. Stuart considered that the knowledge hub is one of most important things the centre is doing as it is not possible to know if costs and timescales are being reduced unless there are good baselines. The new framework will be a lot more flexible than GRIP and will allow for more effective use of resources across projects. 25 0 obj Yet he cautioned that PACE could go the way of GRIP unless behaviours changed. >> PACE has a phase readiness review process to provide an assurance that a project is not proceeding at risk into the next phase. In particular they need to assess what is actually necessary for the risk and complexity of the work. It was concluded that there had to be a move from a rules-based model to one based on principles. The 2017 plans consisted of a new high-speed line connecting Phase One (London to the West Midlands) to Leeds, serving an interchange at Toton (in the East Midlands) and with connections to Sheffield and the East Coast Main Line, to access destinations including York and Newcastle. At a time of scarce funding, the industry has to reduce both the time and cost of project delivery. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. <> Sign in or Register a new account to join the discussion. /Resources 1021 0 R Where our earlier organisational change has given us the right structure, SPEED will give us the right mindset, and tools, to put passengers first and drive value. The DfT 's new unit brings together transport experts, ministers, businesses, local government and other specialists to inspire fresh ideas, getting to grips with opportunities to improve. HS2 Phase 2a will extend the high-speed rail line north from the West Midlands at Birmingham to Crewe, helping towns and cities across North West England, North Wales and Scotland benefit from it sooner. And that is why it is not fit. However, he cautioned against trying to speed up everything. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Our readers include transport experts, politicians and enthusiasts both in the UK and globally. Pace offers a more flexible framework that can be more tailored . When this standard is implemented, it is permissible for all projects that have formally completed GRIP Stage 3 (Option Selection) to continue to comply with the issue of any relevant Network Rail . Well send you a link to a feedback form. Experience of working in the UK rail industry with good working knowledge of Network Rail GRIP / PACE process / standards and approval processes. Network Rail are replacing GRIP with PACE, a new tool that allows project managers to adapt their approach, make decisions that best meet the needs of their project and overlay stages while maintaining rigour. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. To do so, the centre is providing a knowledge hub, assessing best practice with the supply chain, providing professional development, supporting project assurance and acting as a point of contact with the DfT for the Railway Network Enhancements Pipeline (RNEP) process. To receive New Civil Engineer's daily and weekly newsletters click here. It gets a robust outcome but the challenge were creating with Pace is asking at the start if theres a better way of achieving the same outcome.. endobj PACE/GRIP Timetabling One-team culture Railway Interoperability Regulation (RIR) Standards Challenge Procurement strategy Access and possession Capability and Culture Contact us Please contact SPEED@networkrail.co.uk to gain access to more information on the SPEED Hub. A proposed connection north of Crewe station, enabling HS2 services to rejoin the HS2 mainline. [19 0 R] We use some essential cookies to make this website work. Putting the engineering decision-making into the hands of the delivery team can only help the project delivery, the costs and time scales. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. AECOMs Global Transit Director, Russell Jackson, explained how lessons from the Northumberland project were applicable to others. Getting different parts of the railway to work much more closely together will also be an essential aspect of the Williams Review, bringing significant changes to the industrys structure. The overall approach is product rather than process driven and within each of they key stages of GRIP an agreed set of products are delivered. The aim of Pace is to keep the rigour of Grip but not control projects so excessively that we are adding extra time and cost to the delivery.. endobj I have working knowledge in the application of GRIP and PACE applications to projects. Within Pace we are trying to create a framework with a delegated authority of decision making, he explains. It forms part of the project, programme and portfolio (P3M) framework and outlines the six Level 3 standards for projects. A parkway railway station is a railway station that primarily serves a park and ride interchange rather than a town or city centre. delivery of Infrastructure Investment projects onto the rail network. Flighting typically would see trains operating at similar end-to-end speeds, when accounting for station stops, grouped together (such as running several fast trains in sequence, followed by slower trains) to minimise congestion. SPEED is forging a path ahead for the industry to adapt and meet these challenges head on. Able to undertake the NR/L2/INI/02009 roles of Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE) or equivalent. Access and Possessions developing new, better-coordinated access strategies. This very much reflects the greater focus on local knowledge that Pace is expected to deliver. Phase 2b WL will open between 2035 and the early 2040s. The number of trains that can travel through a corridor during a period of time. Wright and his team have spent the early months of this year rolling out the Pace concept to Network Rail staff and its supply chain. GRIP stands for Governance for Railway Investment Projects. It provides a flexible delivery framework which sponsors must use to ensure that the arrangements for their projects are fit for purpose. To receive New Civil Engineer's daily and weekly newsletters click here. <> Ace Project Speed Briefing Rail - Association for Consultancy and . All those blockers have fed into the second part of Project Speed, which is focused on business change projects to remove those obstacles. The session will be held on Thursday 20 May 2021 from 12.45 - 5pm, online. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Wright adds: I have one project that under Pace will save up to 75% on the time needed on running through the Grip 1 to Grip 3 process.. He advised that if the industry could seize the opportunity to build back better and faster, it would have the fervent support of his government. Rail Signalling & Power17 Moorlands LaneSaltash, Cornwall Prior to that, his roles in the privatised railway included various quality, safety and environmental management posts. Services will then travel onwards to northern England and Scotland, including Manchester, Glasgow, Liverpool, Preston and Wigan. (RailDiary). Its aim is to secure rail investment by demonstrating that the industry can become more competitive by significantly reducing costs and halving the time it takes to complete projects. To help us improve GOV.UK, wed like to know more about your visit today. endobj This reduces the issues associated with timetabling fast and slow trains on the same tracks, which become particularly prominent when the speeds differential of such services is greater, or when a greater frequency of trains operates. This needs a quantum change in the way projects are delivered if the industry is to win back the trust of decision makers. PACE has. The report follows an industry roundtable held with Network Rail which explored the practical steps that need to be taken to unlock delivery. Phase One will open between 2029 and 2033. The line is currently electrified between London and Kettering/Corby, with electrification as far north as Market Harborough expected to be completed in 2024. AECOM produced the Strategic Outline Business Case and are providing project management services. Interoperability and Standards developing a different approach to interoperability and encouraging challenges to standards. PACE allows schemes to progress through design decision gateways aligned with the RNEP investment decision gateways. endobj endobj Over 1,000 people within Network Rail and its supply chain had so far been briefed on PACE. This approach can lead to an irregular service pattern, with services timetabled together leaving longer waits for passengers in between these groups. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. 24 0 obj This is distinguished from high speed lines and stations which are exclusive to high-speed services and/or are specified to operate at high speeds (>125mph). 9th September 2014 Benefits Management, Network Rail 2 3. Desirable Skills and Knowledge Previous delivery of projects through Network Rail Grip stages 1-3. Railway station and line opening proposals and projects need to follow this process to be delivered. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. <> <> You have accepted additional cookies. endobj The latest minutes from Network Rails board meeting show that the project acceleration in a controlled environment (Pace) was expected to start being rolled out last month. . Rail SPEED (Swift, Pragmatic and Efficient Enhancement Delivery) is a joint programme led by the Department for Transport and Network Rail. . Phase 2a will open by 2033. Co-ordination of work with other contractors and Network Rail. Board members at the meeting on 20 and 21 January, for which the minutes have only recently been published, were told that the Pace framework would be given a soft launch in January and a virtual conference would be held in late February to promote it more widely within the organisation. /Parent 2 0 R Speaking about Grip, Haines has previously said that if it is used properly, it works. Like what you've read? Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. The first phase was about client requirements, the business case and customer need; the second was technical and financial feasibility and optioneering; and the final phase was delivery of the work and handover. Tel: +44 (0)161 694 8684, © 2023 Rail Diary Limited. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Segregating fast and slow rail services onto separate tracks. Its been claimed that PACE will have an even greater impact than GRIP in delivering efficiency gains. <> These new and innovative ways of working will be rolled out across all rail upgrades, with the intention of ensuring that passengers experience better journeys more quickly, giving greater value to taxpayers and transforming the pace and way in which our railways are improved. With 70 people supporting work on 60 projects, infrastructure work is a significant issue for Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR). Finally, he noted that there are occasions when a slower and more coordinated approach is appropriate, especially when there is a risk to the timetable. According to Network rail, the aims of project SPEED are: PACE is divided up into five main stages for efficient enhancement delivery of rail infrastructure: These stages are similar to GRIP process but effort has been made to reduce the control on projects so as not to add excessively to the time estimates whilst still maintaining the rigour of the design and implementation process. In 1975, he took a three-year break as a volunteer to manage an irrigation project in Bangladesh. endobj Toby Elliott, Network Rail Head of Communications, said "PACE is designed to deliver projects more quickly, at lower cost and higher quality. Amounts of time and cost required to move projects from concept to reality are often criticised in the UK construction industry, but Network Rail is tackling the issue head on with a fresh look at its project delivery framework. He felt that, whilst Network Rails organisational changes provided the right structure, Project SPEED will give us the right mindset. A cross-government programme of work led by HM Treasury, looking across the whole project lifecycle with the aim to deliver major infrastructure projects better, greener, faster. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". <> At the end of stage 3 the most appropriate and economically viable option that delivers all the requirements is selected. 27 0 obj As described later, this required the development of a new project management process, PACE (Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment), addressing ten key themes and the provision of a Rail Investment Centre of Excellence to provide support and share lessons learnt. In a double act, Natasha Luddington, Project Director (Enhancements), Network Rail Wales & Western, and Amanda Roper, DfTs Deputy Director for the Restoring Your Railway programme, described how their organisations had worked together to identify themes where changes were needed that cut across organisational boundaries. Learn how your comment data is processed. endobj 10 May, 2021 According to the board meeting minutes, Pace offers a more flexible framework that can be more tailored to meet the bespoke needs of an individual project and improve trade-offs between time, cost and scope constraints. He was encouraged by the recent response to the standards challenge process which, after a slow start, was now offering savings of tens of million pounds. It does not store any personal data. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. endobj The area has 1,700 trains a day and is one of the worst bottlenecks on the UK rail network. With the country now facing an unprecedented economic challenge, more than ever before, we need to get the most we can out of every pound we put in the ground, become a more attractive and efficient investment opportunity, and a more dependable partner that is easy to engage. Project SPEED (Swift, Pragmatic and Efficient Enhancement Delivery) is a joint initiative between the Department for Transport and Network Rail. It replaces GRIP, which was considered by some as overly complex and inefficient in its approach, resulting in additional costs being incurred. Any upcoming events will be published here. He advised that its lessons-learned library has 1,600 project lessons and 2,000 users; to date it has received 62,000 hits. to a status equivalent to RIBA 2 and Network Rail PACE ES3 (formerly GRIP 3), moving the project on to the next stage and seeking to maintain partner support and commitment; 3.3 The RIBA stage 2 report and OBC was shared with the industry working group regarding the acceptability of the work to date with a recommendation that we He felt that rail is well placed to be a key part of the recovery from the Covid crisis and to decarbonise transport, but stressed that the required investment cannot be taken for granted. 22 0 obj <> An engineering phase gate review (right) is done at specific milestones within the project phases. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Furthermore, its linear process was too inflexible. With the more effective use of resources, and greater collaboration between teams across different rail projects, it is thought that PACE will have an even greater benefit on delivering efficiency gains than its predecessor GRIP. An experienced Manager with experience of working within the rail SISS maintenance environment, with a focus on effective delivery, commercial acumen and a continuous improvement approach, with health and safety at the centre of everything you do. stream A spur from the Western Leg of HS2 connecting to the West Coast Main Line south of Wigan, enabling HS2 services to Scotland (Glasgow and Edinburgh) to avoid congested sections of the West Coast Main Line between Crewe and Wigan. As a result, he felt that CARS had a fighting chance of getting an approved business case. This provides increased focus on client/funder requirements by getting the right balance of time, cost and scope of work. 15 0 obj <> Required fields are marked *. In this way he echoed Andrew Haines comments that the industry had to confront poor project delivery in a way that it had not done in the past. The process of switching the power source for trains from diesel to electric. Trains that handle goods instead of passengers. The cost savings were achieved by identifying efficiencies and ensuring that the project only included requirements to introduce the passenger service. In this Integrated Rail Plan, proposals for electrification in the North and Midlands refers to the installation of OLE along stated routes. The Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline (RNEP) is the governments rolling process of determining rail enhancements, by structuring the process of development through various assurance gateways as project plans mature. endobj Learn how your comment data is processed. You have entered an incorrect email address! He also felt that station and network change need to be fast-tracked as soon as there was collective agreement. 17 0 obj These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Network Rail had been extended for two years, until July 2023. . We are a small to medium sized company that has built a strong reputation delivering multi-disciplinary projects and programmes for private and public sector clients. This is split into two parts. What are the differences between PACE vs GRIP? There was widespread concern that the eight-stage GRIP (Governance for Railway Investment Projects) process had become a straitjacket which required project teams to focus on its deliverables. The East Coast Main Line (ECML) is one of the UKs core rail lines, running between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh, via Peterborough, York, Doncaster, Darlington and Newcastle. Timescales were reduced by using Network Rails permitted development rights to start work in the summer and, working with the DfT, bringing forward the Transport and Works Act to allow station work to begin sooner. Andrew acknowledged that this is not always a fair picture but that there are too many examples we can all think of which have defined us in the eyes of those we serve and those who fund us. The Great Western Electrification Programme (GWEP) was 2 billion overspent; a decade before that, the final 12 billion cost at todays prices of the West Coast Main Line upgrade in 2006 compares unfavourably with its original 1.4 billion estimate from 1994. /Parent 2 0 R PACE is a new approach that will make it easier for Network Rail to integrate and respond to operational challenges. Network Rail chief executive Andrew Haines has previously said that if it is used properly, Grip works. Cable Routing Strategy; Detailing the means of running all cables for he scheme and to demonstrate the methods of achieving full diversity. Grip is a very methodical approach to project management, but a number of the [people involved in the] projects felt that by being so prescriptive in how you move through the process, it meant that they spent a lot more time and therefore a lot more money delivering projects than was necessary, explains Wright. Instead, it must grasp the opportunity SPEED presents to do things differently. This publication is licensed under the terms of the Open Government Licence v3.0 except where otherwise stated. SRC Infrastructure has been providing project management and engineering-based advisory, consultancy and managed services solutions to UK infrastructure clients for almost 20 years. His roles in British Rail included Maintenance Assistant at Slade Green, Depot Engineer at Haymarket, Scottish DM&EE Training Engineer and ScotRail Safety Systems Manager. <> However, he cautioned that the industry must not be complacent about investment funding. This approach involves early engagement with all concerned, particularly suppliers. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 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In an article last year in New Civil Engineer, Mike Wright (Network Rails Capital Investment Programme Director) describes the aim of PACE to keep the rigour of Grip but not control projects so excessively that we are adding extra time and cost to the delivery.. /Parent 2 0 R From the start of this year the Governance for Rail Investment Projects (Grip) process, which has been in place for more than a decade, is being replaced with Project Acceleration in a Controlled Environment (Pace). News stories, speeches, letters and notices, Reports, analysis and official statistics, Data, Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports. Its requirements are also based on a similar matrix derived from the project Level of Control. Involving the whole project life cycle, in a complex and demanding operational environment. Capability and Culture culture change and training programmes within Network Rail, plus the appointment of SPEED champions. 6 0 obj endobj Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. GRIP, the tool currently used to manage delivering railway investment projects in Network Rail, is seen as too rigid and can often lead to unnecessary delays. 21 0 obj A core package consisting of a series of transformative rail interventions improving the existing Transpennine line, which connects York to Manchester via Leeds and Huddersfield. <> Network Rail is more relaxed over what people choose to call it. You can read more about our role in supplying the rail industry on our supply page. & Laying RIAs Parliamentary reception strikes a positive note, Newcastle exhibition marks bicentenary of Robert Stephensons company. By the end of stage 4 of the eight distinct stages, a design outline for the recommended option from stage 3 is complete. The first looked at a number of live projects and gave them a very real challenge to go away and look at cost plans, schedules and the plan of work to identify opportunities to do things better, faster, cheaper and safer; as well as identify our internal processes, regulatory framework or legislation that act as blockers to those things. By Claire Smith. We are a small to medium sized company that has built a strong reputation delivering multi-disciplinary projects and programmes for private and public sector clients. Timetabling developing a meaningful plan linked to the investment lifecycle and joint funding decisions. 5 0 obj So what is PACE, and how does it differ from its predecessor? 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