By Ganymede
Supporting the Severn Valley Railway
The Rail Industry Joins Forces to Keep Heritage on Track
At Ganymede Solutions, we believe the rail industry is built not only on innovation and engineering excellence but also on community, heritage and collaboration. That’s why we were proud to join a recent industry-wide volunteer effort at the Severn Valley Railway (SVR), a vital heritage line that preserves the history and legacy of British rail. The companies taking part included Ganymede, A P Webb, AWE Technologies, Balfour Beatty, Central Rail Systems Alliance, CML, Colas, Crown Group, Forestry, Rail & Civils Ltd, Interflon, Network Rail, Rail Power and Construction Ltd, Shannon Rail, Staytite, Vital and VP Rail.
A Shared Commitment to Rail Excellence
When the SVR issued a call for assistance with essential maintenance and vegetation clearance along its 16-mile route, the response from the wider rail community was immediate and enthusiastic. For us at Ganymede, stepping in to help wasn’t just an act of support, it was a reflection of who we are and our core values.
Our colleagues, Gareth Jackson, Tyler Cook and Lina Oprisnykbrought decades of collective experience and rail-specific know-how to the table. Partnering with other leading industry names, our team contributed to the safe and efficient completion of critical infrastructure works, allowing SVR to maintain high safety standards and operational readiness ahead of peak summer season.
People are our Passion
Our involvement at SVR echoes our core value: People are our Passion. It was inspiring to see skilled professionals from across the UK come together, donating their time, tools, and talent to a shared cause.
What made this project truly special was the shared passion evident in every conversation on-site. From clearing embankments and managing vegetation to ensuring safety protocols were rigorously followed, everyone contributed with purpose and pride.
Gareth Jackson, P Way Recruitment Consultant said: "It was a pleasure to be asked to help support ‘The Orange Army All Stars’, as a Handback on the Severn Valley Railway. This opportunity highlighted the capabilities we have within our team, to not only be a labour support provider, but a delivery team as well. Seeing the blend of traditional and modern railway methods used and how everyone came together to get the line open again, is an experience that will stay with me for a long time."
Looking Ahead
At Ganymede, we’re proud to support both the future and the foundations of the rail industry. Our thanks go out to the Severn Valley Railway for welcoming us, and to our fellow contributors across the sector.
