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Crossrail CEO Mark Wild welcomes the arrival of the Elizabeth line
Over two decades, we’ve supported Crossrail to deliver the Elizabeth line, a complex and significant transport solution in London, U.K., that paves the way for social, environmental and economic opportunities of national significance that will last generations. The program delivery also creates an immense learning legacy that will benefit future major infrastructure development and their communities globally.
Delivered by Crossrail Ltd, the Elizabeth line is the most significant addition to London’s transport network in a generation. It's crucial to a low-carbon transport future, providing greater connectivity and supporting regeneration across the U.K.’s capital city.
One of the biggest railway infrastructure projects in Europe, this fully digitalized, 72-mile (118km) railway line will transform travel both east-west through London, interconnecting with the wider U.K.
Part of the Transport for London network, the Elizabeth line will increase connectivity for millions of people and enable an inclusive society through increased access to jobs and education. New, fully accessible stations transform the public realm, unlocking new development and housing opportunities.
We worked as a strategic partner, in an integrated team with our client Crossrail, overseeing several key contributions on this iconic mega project. Our people have provided over two decades of agile support, from our strategic consultants and economists in the conceptualization stage, to our project teams on the mobilization and delivery phases.
“Supporting Crossrail to deliver the Elizabeth line gives a sense of pride when you realize the social and economic benefits for millions of people, creating an inclusive society and increasing jobs, education, and housing. I look forward to sharing further lessons and solutions from the U.K.’s first fully digitalized railway.”
Russell Pilgrim
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The Elizabeth line, Farringdon Station, London. Image: Crossrail Ltd.
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The Elizabeth line at Canary Wharf Station, London. Image: Crossrail Ltd
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Elizabeth line train. Image: Transport for London
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The Elizabeth line, Paddington Station, London, U.K. Image: Crossrail Ltd
“Working on the Elizabeth line was my career pivot from a water technical specialist into the arena of multi-billion-dollar major programs. Following my role on the project, it opened up more opportunities for me to leverage my skills working on programs such the Thames Tideway Tunnel and Sizewell C.”
Dr Syinyi Phoon
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500 K+
digital and physical assets have needed to be assured to demonstrate and justify a safe railway
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41
stations with step free access
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10
major new stations in the central operating section in London
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10 %
increase in central London’s rail capacity expected when line is fully operating
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24
Maximum of trains per hour at peak
“The Elizabeth line is ultimately about creating economic opportunity and a more inclusive society – improving people’s quality of life. It will provide greater connectivity and reduced journey times for millions in London and the surrounding region. With 41 step free, fully accessible stations, people can enjoy better access to employment, education and leisure facilities. A fast, reliable service like the Elizabeth line also encourages people onto public transport, freeing up road space for cyclists and pedestrians.”
Donald Morrison
Our relationship with the Crossrail project goes back a long way. We’ve provided a range of key services since 2001, when Crossrail Ltd was established, including business case development and from 2009 as program partner (part of the Transcend joint venture), program delivery partner and project representative.
Discover more
Read Russell Pilgrim's insights in Building magazine and Infrastructure Intelligence.
For more visit: Crossrail's website and Learning Legacy information.
Podcast: Crossrail - tackling the tough questions
In this podcast, Crossrail Ltd CEO, Mark Wild, joins Jacobs People & Places Solutions Senior Vice President for Europe and Digital Strategies Donald Morrison and Jacobs Program Director Russell Pilgrim, to discuss learnings from and benefits of the development of London’s new Elizabeth line.
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HM Queen Elizabeth II opens the Elizabeth line. Pictured with HRH Prince Edward Earl of Wessex and Transport for London Commissioner Andy Byford. Image: Crossrail Ltd
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HM Queen Elizabeth II visits Paddington station to open the Elizabeth line. Image: Crossrail Ltd