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​Join us for Ganymede’s Charity Golf Day, in support of Railway Benefit Fund​On Tuesday 9 June 2026, Ganymede Solutions will host a Charity Golf Day in aid of Railway Benefit Fund. The event will take place on the Championship Manor Course at Morley Hayes Golf Club.​This event will be a a chance to raise essential funds for Railway Benefit Fund while bringing people together from across the rail sector. In a relaxed setting, you can catch up with colleagues, meet new contacts and strengthen connections across the industry.​What to expect​From breakfast through to dinner and prize giving, there will be plenty of time to network and share ideas with others from across the rail community. Whether you are there to compete, connect or simply support a worthwhile cause, the day is designed to be enjoyable and meaningful.​About Railway Benefit Fund​For over 165 years, Railway Benefit Fund has offered a helping hand to the people behind the UK’s railways and their families when life brings serious challenges, including illness, injury, and financial hardship. Every four minutes, someone reaches out for help or advice.​As a non membership charity, Railway Benefit Fund relies solely on the generosity of supporters to continue its work for the UK railway family. Your support helps ensure timely, practical assistance is available when it is needed most.​Sponsor a team and make a direct impact​We are inviting businesses across the sector to get involved through sponsorship of a team at Ganymede’s Charity Golf Day this summer.​Ganymede is covering the golf day costs. This means the full sponsorship donation goes directly to Railway Benefit Fund, helping provide support to members of the UK railway family facing illness, injury or financial hardship.​​Sponsor your team for £500​​This secures your place in the event and includes:​4 ballTea, coffee and bacon rolls on arrivalTwo course evening mealEntry into the on-course competitions​​Donate a prize for our silent auction​Alongside the golf, we will be running a silent auction on the day to raise additional funds. If you or your business can donate a prize, we would be hugely grateful. Donations of all sizes help, and auction prizes are a brilliant way to boost the total raised while adding extra excitement to the day.​Get involved​If you would like to sponsor a team, donate an auction prize or find out more about attending, please click the button below and we will share the sponsorship options and next steps.​Find out more about how you can join us at our Golf Day!​

​​​​The latest edition of Smart News, Ganymede’s Energy newsletter, is now available to read.​In this edition we focus on:General UpdatesA message from Joe Prestedge, Head of EnergyOperations UpdateCorporate CharityDelivering Excellence - Celebrating the achievements of our EngineersWinners of the Delivering Excellence awards are announced, recognising those who go above and beyond for customers and fellow employees.​Spotlight on SafetyChecking your fusesKnowing your speed limits​Your Key Contacts​Read the Spring 2026 Smart News Newsletter here​As always, we trust you will find the newsletter useful and engaging. If you have any questions or feedback after reading this edition of Smart News, please don't hesitate to get in touch using the form below.​

Charlotte Cruise Leads Women in Rail Inclusion Event​Charlotte Cruise, Chair of Women in Rail East Midlands and Client Relationship Manager at Ganymede, recently hosted a Women in Rail and The Railway Club seminar and networking event.The event, themed Allyship and Inclusion, brought together rail professionals from across the industry to discuss how to build stronger, more supportive workplaces.​Supporting Inclusion in the Rail IndustryAs Chair of Women in Rail East Midlands, Charlotte played a key role in organising and delivering the event, bringing together industry experts to share insights on the importance of creating inclusive environments and supporting others in the workplace.The session focused on practical ways individuals and businesses can improve inclusion, while also highlighting the role of allyship in driving long term change across the rail sector.Charlotte said:“Allyship and inclusion are key to building better workplaces. It is about listening, supporting others and creating an environment where people feel confident to be themselves and do their best work.”The event also saw strong engagement from attendees, including male allies, showing the growing commitment across the rail industry to improving diversity and inclusion.​Industry SpeakersThe panel featured experienced professionals from across the rail sector, who shared honest and practical insights:Lucy Prior MBE, Octavius, with over 15 years’ experience across the sector and recognised with an MBE for services to rail exports Adam Sergent, Network Rail, Founder and Chair of Neurodiversity in Transport and Diversity and Inclusion Lead for Young Rail ProfessionalsJoanne Boocock, Alstom, shortlisted for Women in Rail Inspirational Woman of the Year Their combined experience brought valuable perspective to the discussion and helped drive meaningful conversation around inclusion and allyship in rail.​Key Takeaways from the EventSeveral clear themes came out of the discussion:​Take opportunities and back yourselfDo not let fear or imposter syndrome hold you back. Stepping forward and saying yes can open new doors.Make time for allyshipSupporting others should be part of everyday work. Small actions can make a big difference and help create a more inclusive culture.Listen and understand othersTaking time to listen helps build empathy and stronger working relationships across teams.Inclusion improves performanceTeams that feel safe and supported perform better. Inclusive environments lead to stronger, more innovative and resilient businesses.​Charlotte’s Role in Women in Rail East MidlandsCharlotte has been part of Women in Rail East Midlands since 2018 and became Chair in 2026. She plays a key role in supporting events, building networks and encouraging more people to join and progress in the rail industry.Women in Rail focuses on attracting, engaging, supporting and promoting diverse talent across the sector. Regional events like this help bring those aims to life and create real impact.​Ganymede’s CommitmentAt Ganymede, we know that people are at the centre of the rail industry. Supporting inclusion and wellbeing helps create safer, stronger and more effective teams.Charlotte’s involvement in Women in Rail reflects our commitment to improving diversity and supporting the future workforce.​Get Involved with Women in RailIf you are interested in building your network, supporting inclusion or exploring opportunities within the rail industry, Women in Rail East Midlands offers a range of ways to get involved.You can attend upcoming events, become a member, volunteer your time or partner with the regional group to support future initiatives.To find out more or register your interest, contact the East Midlands team at eastmidlands@womeninrail.org or connect directly with Charlotte to learn more.​​Charlotte Cruise📧 charlotte.cruise@ganymedesolutions.co.uk📞 07583 083 743Connect with Charlotte on Linkedin​​​​

​​​The Spring 2026 edition of Safety First, Ganymede’s safety newsletter is now available to read.​In this edition we focus on:​Spotlight on Safety Lessons LearntHand & Finger InjuriesSituational AwarenessNetwork Rail Life Saving RulesKnow your speed limitsClose Calls​Key messagesSafety Moments EventsPTS Recertification - Electronic Logbook (ELB) EntriesCorporate Charity 2025 - 2026Ganymede Charity Golf Day ​Read the Spring 2026 Safety First Newsletter here​As always, we trust you will find the newsletter useful and engaging. If you have any questions or feedback after reading this edition of Safety First, please don't hesitate to get in touch using the form below.​​​

​Ganymede Subcontractor Forum - April 2026​On Wednesday 15th April, the Ganymede Rail team welcomed our valued supply chain partners to Canterbury Rugby Club for our Spring Subcontractor Forum, continuing our commitment to collaboration, safety and continuous improvement across the rail industry.​Hosted by our Health, Safety & Environment team alongside operational leaders, the forum brought together subcontractors from across our network to share insight, align on key industry standards and strengthen the relationships that underpin safe and effective delivery.​A Day Focused on Safety, Communication and CollaborationThe forum provided an open and engaging platform for discussion, with a strong focus on safety critical communications, wellbeing and shared responsibility across the supply chain.​Key sessions included:Electrical Updates: Daniel Webb, Network RailDaniel joined us in person to provide the latest updates on electrical standards and developments across the network, helping ensure alignment and understanding across all partners.​Mental Health & Industry Support: Alfie Ruffell and Bradlee Williams, SPEAKA powerful and insightful session exploring mental health initiatives within the industry, highlighting the importance of open conversations and the support available to individuals and teams.​Safety Critical Communications Standard: Gary Lobue, GanymedeAn interactive discussion where subcontractors shared progress, challenges and best practice in working towards the Network Rail Standard for the Management of Safety Critical Communications. This session encouraged honest dialogue and practical solutions to support consistent implementation across projects.​Throughout the day, conversations were open, constructive and solutions led. Our partners shared experiences, challenged thinking and worked collaboratively to identify opportunities for improvement, reinforcing a collective commitment to raising standards across the rail industry.​It was also great to be joined by Signal PPE and Navigation Security Systems, showcasing their innovative solutions.​The forum closed with an open discussion, giving attendees the opportunity to raise additional topics and shape future sessions.​Dean Frost, Head of Rail (South), said: “It was well attended, and there was exactly the right balance with the presentations, covering a wide range of safety, health, wellbeing and innovation topics. I genuinely feel that days like yesterday highlight how closely we work with our SMEs and more importantly, how much we value those relationships and the effort that goes into building them.”​Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed. We’re proud to work alongside such committed partners and look forward to continuing to build a safer, stronger and more connected supply chain.

​Ganymede has been awarded a long-term contract through the Southern Renewals Enterprise’s Safety Critical and Contingent Labour (SCCL) framework to supply safety critical and contingent labour resources to the Southern Renewals Enterprise (SRE), further strengthening its position as a trusted workforce partner within the UK rail sector. The contract, which commences in April 2026, will see Ganymede support the delivery of one of the most significant rail infrastructure programmes currently underway in the UK. Through this agreement, Ganymede will provide a consistent supply of highly skilled safety critical personnel and contingent labour, supporting the safe and efficient delivery of renewals work across Network Rail’s Southern region. Unlike traditional labour contracts, the appointment forms part of SRE’s SCCL framework - a standardised, collaborative approach designed to ensure consistently high levels of safety, competence and assurance across the Enterprise. Supporting a Major Collaborative Delivery Model The Southern Renewals Enterprise is a 10 year, £9 billion programme established in April 2024 to transform how renewals are delivered across Kent, Sussex and Wessex. The model brings together Network Rail and key delivery partners VolkerFitzpatrick, Octavius, AtkinsRéalis and VolkerRail. Designed to improve efficiency, productivity and long-term value, the SRE model moves away from traditional delivery structures. Instead, it focuses on integrated, multi disciplinary working, enabling better planning, stronger collaboration and more consistent delivery across the lifecycle of renewals projects through to 2034. By aligning partners under a single enterprise approach, SRE aims to drive safer delivery, reduce costs and improve performance across a complex and heavily used part of the UK rail network. Working Within the SCCL Framework Ganymede’s appointment sits within SRE’s Safety Critical and Contingent Labour (SCCL) framework, which has been established to create a single, consistent way of working across safety-critical roles within the Enterprise.​The framework brings together a defined group of Ecosystem partners under shared standards for competence, compliance and workforce assurance, supporting safer delivery and greater consistency across programmes operating at scale. As a framework partner, Ganymede will work collaboratively alongside SRE and its delivery organisations to support planning, mobilisation and delivery in line with the Enterprise’s long-term objectives. Enabling Safe and Reliable Delivery A key requirement of the SRE model, and a central objective of the SCCL framework is the ability to access a reliable, compliant and highly skilled workforce at scale. Ganymede’s role within the programme will be to ensure that safety critical and contingent labour requirements are met consistently, supporting delivery teams across a wide range of disciplines. With extensive experience across track, civils, signalling and wider rail technical disciplines, Ganymede is well positioned to support the operational demands of a programme of this size and complexity. The business will work closely with SRE partners to provide workforce solutions that align with programme timelines, safety standards and evolving delivery requirements. Ganymede is proud to be part of this journey and to support the continued improvement and resilience of the UK’s rail network.