The new site at South Point Business Park serves as a global centre of excellence for signaling and control systems, replacing the historic neighboring facility. The transition to the new facility, including the transfer of all 800 local staff, was completed without any interruption in production. This milestone highlights the critical role of advanced digital technology in creating a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable railway.

“Siemens Mobility's new rail technology centre is a real boost for Chippenham and a vote of confidence in Britain's rail industry. The digital signaling produced on site will help our railways become more reliable and safer, whilst strengthening our skills base by supporting hundreds of local jobs and apprenticeships” commented Heidi Alexander, UK Secretary of State for Transport.

"Our new Chippenham factory and innovation centre is a testament to our deep roots and long-term commitment to the UK, and our belief in the talented workforce and innovation found here. For over a century, this town has been a powerhouse of rail engineering. With our €115 million investment, we are ensuring that Chippenham will lead the digital rail revolution into the future for decades to come. We are proud to provide the technology that transforms the everyday for millions of rail passengers, both here in the United Kingdom and worldwide,” said Michael Peter, President of Siemens Mobility.

Siemens is a cornerstone of the UK’s transport sector, employing approximately 5,000 people nationwide. The opening of the new Chippenham factory and innovation centre is part of a wider investment strategy in the United Kingdom, which includes the new €230 million rail village in Goole and a comprehensive network of maintenance depots.