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| Share Name | Share Symbol | Market | Type | Share ISIN | Share Description |
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| Lpa Group Plc | LSE:LPA | London | Ordinary Share | GB0007320806 | ORD 10P |
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| 0.00 | 0.00% | 55.00 | 0.00 | 00:00:00 |
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| Industry Sector | Turnover | Profit | EPS - Basic | PE Ratio | Market Cap |
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| Electrical Machy, Equip, Nec | 23.55M | -325k | -0.0246 | -22.36 | 7.26M |
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| Date | Time | Source | Headline |
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| 19/2/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC Investor Webinar via Investor Meets Company |
| 19/2/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC Director Shareholding |
| 11/2/2025 | 11:39 | ALNC |  IN BRIEF: LPA wins new GBP1.3 million contract with UK train builder |
| 11/2/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC New contract award |
| 23/1/2025 | 12:00 | ALNC | EARNINGS AND TRADING: Watkin Jones loss narrows; Luceco profit up |
| 23/1/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC Final Results |
| 22/1/2025 | 14:29 | ALNC | LPA agrees to acquisition of Eaton Electrical's Powertron division |
| 22/1/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC Acquisition of Power Business |
| 17/1/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC Notice of Full Year Results |
| 02/1/2025 | 07:00 | UK RNS | LPA Group PLC Confirmation of Appointment of New CEO |
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Posted at 04/3/2025 08:20 by Lpa Daily Update Lpa Group Plc is listed in the Electrical Machy, Equip, Nec sector of the London Stock Exchange with ticker LPA. The last closing price for Lpa was 55p.Lpa currently has 13,192,000 shares in issue. The market capitalisation of Lpa is £7,255,600. Lpa has a price to earnings ratio (PE ratio) of -22.36. This morning LPA shares opened at 55p |
Posted at 04/3/2025 09:14 by baner Buywell many thanks for your many interesting reflections on LPA, i believe you are spot on. When it comes to the pension surplus this will be the property of the company - remember that companies have to pay top ups when there is a deficit so any surplus should logically then be paid back to the sponsor. In fact, the pension trust is likely to be LPA ´s most profitable business today ! The surplus will grow substantially and reach really big numbers 5-10 years down the road - you are absolutely right in this. There has been way too high central costs in this midget company so the new boss i am sure will take out the axe and chop the structure up massively. I guess the major shareholders in this company cannot be very happy with the “progress̶ |
Posted at 28/2/2025 05:46 by buywell3 Here is an example of how staffing costs were added"The main contributors to this were the wider economic cost pressures seen across the industry. Group employment costs increased by £0.5m to £6.7m (2022: £6.2m). The increase was primarily due to strengthening management teams at LPA Connection Systems and LPA Channel Electric." It is to be hoped that " One Vision " and the move of the 20 or so staff at Channel Electric to Saffron Walden to enable the sale of that freehold property can recoup that 0.5 Million , add another 1 Million to it Meaning LPA go into profit QED |
Posted at 26/2/2025 22:25 by buywell3 IMO the new CEO with her " One Vision" is on the right trackBIG decisions have to be made in order to get costs under control as the present operating margin is pitiful LPA Group own 3 freehold premises , the new CEO has just stated on the webcast One of them is 140,000 square feet and IMO should house what was LPA Channel Electric together with staff , the freehold building located at Bath Road Thatcham Berkshire RG18 3ST, could then be sold click on this link for a picture of the building IMO could be worth circa 800k to 1M . The cash could be used for the next acquisition or to pay down debt and reduce interest payments in so doing. Plus savings on running costs and maintenance costs for that building. Saffron Walden needs to become FULLY utilized to gain operational cost savings The new CEO IMO needs to get her broom out and bring in a new BOD so as to effect the changes that are needed dyor. , |
Posted at 26/2/2025 18:49 by buywell3 More cost cutting suggestions as the new ERP won't do it alone IMO --- more cost savings planning is neededRegarding the pending acquisition of Matek Powertron at Cambridge POWERTRON LIMITED overview - Companies House - GOV.UK GOV.UK › ... Registered office address: Glebe Farm Technical, Campus, Knapwell, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 8GG. Company status: Dissolved. Do LPA need another 20 mouths to feed and government expenses regarding employees which have been going up and will no doubt continue ? I don't think so , staffing costs are high enough as it is So why not pick the best 3 doers only and the best technical guy. LPA have the staff already at Saffron Walden as well as the space with 140,000 square foot to go at. Taking on the lease obligations is risky " The consideration for the Acquisition is in the form of LPA, taking on the obligation to settle lease dilapidation obligations expected to be due in 2026 estimated at £200,000 " lease dilapidation is associated with " repairing leases " In the UK, "dilapidations" in a lease refers to the tenant's obligation to repair and restore the property to its original condition at the end of the lease, essentially meaning that dilapidations are directly associated with repairing the property as outlined in the lease agreement; if a tenant fails to fulfill these repair obligations, they may be liable for "dilapidation costs" to the landlord. Presumably this lease still has some years to run also = added costs for space we do not need If LPA go ahead and take on these lease obligations --- and I would like to think the new CEO is not happy/has agreed to what has so far happened before she arrived regarding the details, consider this Have Powertron made any alterations to the leased premises ? Because if they have EVERYTHING has to be put back as it was In the UK, a repairing lease is a contract that specifies the responsibilities of a tenant for repairs and maintenance. There are different types of repairing leases, including full repairing and insuring (FRI) leases and internal repairing insuring (IRI) leases. Full repairing and insuring (FRI) leases The tenant is responsible for all repairs, maintenance, and insurance for the building FRI leases are common for commercial spaces in England and Wales The landlord passes the costs of repairs, maintenance, and insurance to the tenant Internal repairing insuring (IRI) leases The tenant is responsible for repairs, maintenance, and insurance for the internal parts of the building IRI leases are common for buildings with multiple tenants Tips for repairing leases Understand the condition of the property before signing the lease Use a Schedule of Condition to limit your liability for repairs Get professional advice from solicitors and surveyors If the landlord refuses to fix things, remind them that they could be in breach of the tenancy agreement At the end of the lease, the landlord may inspect the property and prepare a schedule of dilapidations. This lists all repair wants in the property and expected costs. This seems a wishy washy deal and the seller needs to change his demands IMO or move on and let them get another buyer. Too many strings attached Why are they selling anyway ? Who wants to acquire a lease with issues, a company making a loss , and 20 staff ? Have they got another new product lined up being made elsewhere ? dyor Addendum : Regarding 20 extra staff LPA do not need as costs are currently a BIG issue IMO LPA Group had 2 ERP systems before the new one was installed with the associated costs IMO this might help in some aspects BUT does not sort out the root cause of the problem which is overstaffing in 3 different freehold locations. So LPA need to cut their cloth to save costs. Times are changing and costs are rising There is 140,000 square feet of space at Saffron Walden ---- space that can be changed easily and quickly ( modular/pods ) as the new CEO says in the podcast . The CEO should be looking at planning relocating the work of one LPA former Division into Saffron Walden and then selling the freehold. Property and Commercial property prices are IMO set to fall . |
Posted at 26/2/2025 04:23 by buywell3 Regarding the pending acquisition of Matek Powertron at CambridgePOWERTRON LIMITED overview - Companies House - GOV.UK GOV.UK › ... Registered office address: Glebe Farm Technical, Campus, Knapwell, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 8GG. Company status: Dissolved. Do LPA need another 20 mouths to feed and government expenses regarding employees which have been going up and will no doubt continue ? I don't think so , staffing costs are high enough as it is So why not pick the best 3 doers only and the best technical guy. LPA have the staff already at Saffron Walden as well as the space with 140,000 square foot to go at. Taking on the lease obligations is risky " The consideration for the Acquisition is in the form of LPA, taking on the obligation to settle lease dilapidation obligations expected to be due in 2026 estimated at £200,000 " lease dilapidation is associated with " repairing leases " In the UK, "dilapidations" in a lease refers to the tenant's obligation to repair and restore the property to its original condition at the end of the lease, essentially meaning that dilapidations are directly associated with repairing the property as outlined in the lease agreement; if a tenant fails to fulfill these repair obligations, they may be liable for "dilapidation costs" to the landlord. Presumably this lease still has some years to run also = added costs for space we do not need If LPA go ahead and take on these lease obligations --- and I would like to think the new CEO is not happy/has agreed to what has so far happened before she arrived regarding the details, consider this Have Powertron made any alterations to the leased premises ? Because if they have EVERYTHING has to be put back as it was In the UK, a repairing lease is a contract that specifies the responsibilities of a tenant for repairs and maintenance. There are different types of repairing leases, including full repairing and insuring (FRI) leases and internal repairing insuring (IRI) leases. Full repairing and insuring (FRI) leases The tenant is responsible for all repairs, maintenance, and insurance for the building FRI leases are common for commercial spaces in England and Wales The landlord passes the costs of repairs, maintenance, and insurance to the tenant Internal repairing insuring (IRI) leases The tenant is responsible for repairs, maintenance, and insurance for the internal parts of the building IRI leases are common for buildings with multiple tenants Tips for repairing leases Understand the condition of the property before signing the lease Use a Schedule of Condition to limit your liability for repairs Get professional advice from solicitors and surveyors If the landlord refuses to fix things, remind them that they could be in breach of the tenancy agreement At the end of the lease, the landlord may inspect the property and prepare a schedule of dilapidations. This lists all repair wants in the property and expected costs. This seems a wishy washy deal and the seller needs to change his demands IMO or move on and let them get another buyer. Too many strings attached Why are they selling anyway ? Who wants to acquire a lease with issues, a company making a loss , and 20 staff ? Have they got another new product lined up being made elsewhere ? dyor Addendum : Regarding 20 extra staff LPA do not need as costs are currently a BIG issue IMO LPA Group had 2 ERP systems before the new one was installed with the associated costs IMO this might help in some aspects BUT does not sort out the root cause of the problem which is overstaffing in 3 different freehold locations. So LPA need to cut their cloth to save costs. Times are changing and costs are rising There is 140,000 sqare feet of space at Saffron Walden ---- space that can be changed easily and quickly ( modular/pods ) as the new CEO says in the podcast . The CEO should be looking at planning relocating the work of one LPA former Division into Saffron Walden and then selling the freehold. Property and Commercial property prices are IMO set to fall . |
Posted at 25/2/2025 03:37 by buywell3 See the other thread.This post is buywell's musings upon the now closed LPA Group defined pension scheme I am sure that this subject has been discussed in the past --- here are my thoughts Currently this scheme which was closed 20 years ago , has 110 members See the CFO say this on the investor meets company youtube video ( link on other thread ). The CFO also says this defined pension scheme was closed 20 years ago on the video. The CFO says that this closed scheme has an actuarial surplus of 3.8 Million , which is a 41% increase from last year, a rise of 1.1 million from 2.7 Million surplus in 2023. What is an actuarial surplus ? An actuarial surplus is the amount of money a pension plan or insurance company has in excess of its estimated future liabilities, meaning it has more assets than it needs to pay out all future benefits to its beneficiaries, essentially representing a "financial cushion" for the plan; it is calculated by subtracting the present value of future liabilities from the current value of the plan's assets. Now from what I have read and remembered , regarding this now closed defined pension scheme which currently has 110 members ---- chew on this: 1. From what I have read there were circa 150 members in this LPA defined pension scheme in 2020 --- there are now only 110 members. 2. Does it follow that most of the members in this defined pension scheme that was closed 20 years ago were aged around 60 to 65 ? I don't know 3. Since 2020 40 members have passed. Presumably Covid-19 took quite a few. 4. Covid-19 is still with us as are new flu bugs every year and the NHS and waiting lists get ever longer , so , things are not getting better are they ? Would it not therefore be reasonable to assume that most of those 110 members receiving pensions from the closed LPA Group defined pension scheme are no aged between 80 to 90 years of age ? Can you see where buywell is going here It would seem in about 5 years from now there could be only around 40 to 50 members left --- which would mean that LPA defined pension scheme surplus could be going up by millions of pounds each and every year as payments to surviving members crash. Eg say members now get circa 25,000 a year defined pension payment 25k X 110 = 2,650,000 pounds Assuming a 5% increase every year for 5 years 25k would be just over 32k So 32k x 40 members = 1,280,000 pounds This would mean defined benefit scheme pay-outs had reduced by over 50% whilst the value of the assets in the defined benefit scheme itself should have grown. I believe I have recently read that the value of these assets is 17M pounds as of 2024 , can someone confirm this. Conclusion When there are only 5 members being paid a defined pension in say 10 years from now ie aged circa 90 to 95 , and outgoings in payments = circa 41k X 5 = 205,000 pounds What would the defined pension scheme likely be worth ? If it is 17M now ---- and this grows at a conservative rate of say 4% a year ( since LPA management took the decision to de-risk the scheme back in 2022 ) could this be worth over 25 Million pounds ? What happens when there are no members left alive to pay ? Regarding the actuarial surplus of 3.8M which grew 41% last year One would assume that this actuarial surplus will keep growing as the number of members being paid decreases So if 40% is the new norm , then over 10 years from now this could be 118,000,000 pounds Yes that is 118 Million pounds Who will own this money which is shown on the LPA balance sheet ? dyor |
Posted at 24/2/2025 18:38 by buywell3 The CEO came across quite well IMO and the video is worth a look.LPA Group under her leadership become " One Vision " and NOT different Divisions as it is now --- so expect a new website soon IMO I hope that Hill Helicopters sales take off as LPA Group have been involved with developing some aspects of their new helicopter for which a test flight is imminent. She said if sales do take off, then it could provide decent orders for LPA Group for 5 to 10 years ( ie the life span of the current model ) AI says: Hill Helicopters are actively developing their HX50 model with a large order book, reporting strong sales and aiming for a first flight in 2025 with ambitious production plans for the coming years. Key points about Hill Helicopters: Strong sales: They claim to have a significant number of pre-orders for their HX50 helicopter, with over 1,200 aircraft sold across different variants. Production focus: The company is currently focused on building their production facility and developing the necessary technology for the HX50. First flight timeline: Hill Helicopters is aiming for a first flight of their HX50 in 2025. Another thing she said was that the power supplies being made by the very latest LPA acquisition target --- have their electronics made in Poland. No talk about the lease/costs on that new company however and it is not yet a done deal. She said that will cease and the electronics will be made and IMO probably redesigned/improved in-house at the Electronics part of the company PLUS Some of the power supplies can be utilised by recent Red Box acquisition and further new power supplies designs could follow. Re-naming the company divisions to get things under one umbrella organization IMO Will these lead to a few less staff ? As will the recent spend on implementation of an ERP system which presumably needs to be constantly fed with data and the results used and acted upon. For a successful ERP system, data inputs are needed continuously and in real-time across various business processes, meaning data should be entered as transactions occur to maintain accurate and up-to-date information within the system. To run a successful ERP system, key data inputs include: Customer information (sales orders, preferences), inventory levels, supplier details (purchase orders, delivery schedules), financial transactions (payments, receipts, budget allocations), employee data (personal details, payroll), and details related to manufacturing processes (materials, production schedules) depending on the business needs, all of which are collected from various departments within the organization to provide a comprehensive view across the company. Somebody needs to be in charge of this ERP System eg the CFO The CEO needs to be given weekly printouts to see the ERP system is earning its corn Ditto for the CRM System Customer Relationship Management. This is a system of software that helps businesses manage and improve relationships with their customers. CRM can help businesses increase sales and revenue. Only as good as the quality and quantity of the input data IMO Likewise on how the results are acted upon --- presumably the CFO runs this also. A couple of things from the CFO LPA Group owns 3 freehold properties currently on the balance sheet at 3.7 Million GBP In 2024 these were revalued at 5.1 Million GBP On the old pension fund which was closed some 20 years ago and has 110 members in it This increased by 1 million pounds in 2024 to over 3.8 million Does the money belong to LPA Group as it is on their balance sheet ? From 2024 LPA Finals: "Included in our Balance sheet is an asset representing the actuarial valuation, as at 31 March 2024, and the consequent accounting adjustment, for our (closed) defined benefit pension scheme. The rebalanced investment portfolio put the scheme in a very strong position, and this is continuing As I am no longer chairman of the Trustees I can be more objective as your chairman concerning the overall strategy of the scheme on our balance sheet; including the timing of any exit way from the fund and when are we best placed to consider the timing of a buyout process. The government are recognising that there is work to do in this area and a number of discussion documents are out for consultation in the public domain." This is interesting: The UK Government in Jan of 2025 have announced " consultation on pensions reform hopes to unlock billions of pounds within certain defined benefit schemes for alternative use in the economy, the pension schemes or the company." The government is proposing to ease restrictions on how some pension schemes are managed, as part of efforts to boost economic growth. The Treasury said defined benefit pension schemes have a total surplus of £160bn, but under current rules much of the money is trapped and cannot be invested in the wider economy. The government has made improving growth its main priority in order to boost living standards, but recent figures indicate the economy is struggling to expand. The previous Conservative government launched a similar consultation last year. Defined benefit pensions, sometimes known as a final salary scheme, are directly linked to a worker's salary and length of service. Three-quarters of the funds that pay out these pensions are in surplus - which means they effectively have more money in them than needed to meet those pension payments. IMO the CEO should task the CFO with the job of finding out how the company could access some of this money in order to make the next acquisition so that when the Government give the go ahead , the company can seek to make another acquisition which boosts growth . dyor Addendum The CEO had senior management positions in Thales for circa a decade Hitachi who are one of LPA Group customers acquired Thales Hitachi Rail acquired Thales' Ground Transportation Systems business on May 31, 2024 for €1.66 billion. The acquisition expands Hitachi Rail's global presence and strengthens its focus on digital services and signaling. Why was the acquisition made? To align with Hitachi's sustainable growth strategy To achieve Hitachi's goal of surpassing ¥1 trillion annually in revenue To strengthen Hitachi's presence in the global market To enhance Hitachi's digital services To solve global social challenges To support customers' digital and green transformations What does the acquisition mean? Hitachi Rail's global presence expands to 51 countries The majority of Hitachi Rail's revenues come from signaling and systems The combined business has revenues of €7.3 billion in FY23 Hitachi gains access to specialist experience in digital operations, cybersecurity technology, and ticketing Likewise the new CEO has worked for other LPA customers or has worked with them on projects in her capacity as a manager for other companies --- she thinks the LPA customer is impressive as many BIG names are in it. Did the new CEO actually say that her aspiration was to double the size of the business in 3 years ? Accessing the pension fund excess could be key here IMO IF a killer acquisition is made with the cash --- this IMO is the possible route to a 100% increase in turnover within 3 years and transforming the company. From the 2024 Finals: • Pension asset surplus recognised increased by 41% to £3.8m (2023: £2.7m). WOW This is making LPA more money than the company current business model And there are now only 110 members in this closed defined pension scheme , closed 20 years ago , and there were circa 150 over 5 years ago , so a reduction in members of 40 in circa 5 years. As we are all getting older , one would expect this number of 40 will in fact rise substantially in the next 5 years That is to say: Pension pay-outs will reduce going forward IMO as numbers of members decline , plus the defined pension fund value increases , currently around 17M pounds. LPA Group Plc Final Results for the year ended 30 September 2024 Defined Benefit Pension Asset The LPA Industries Limited Defined Benefit Scheme was part of the ISIO (previously Deloitte Pensions Master Plan) throughout the entire year under review. The costs of running the scheme have been shared between the Company and the scheme. Costs borne by the Group this year amounted to £0.1m (2023:£0.1m). A full Actuarial valuation of the Scheme was carried out in March 2024 which indicated the Scheme was at a healthy 133% funding level. The benefit of the change in investment strategy in January 2022, when the Trustees having undertaken a review in 2021 agreed to lock in the gains and de risk the scheme, has been beneficial. The key driver for the then improved funding position has been the higher than assumed returns on the Scheme’s assets and the changes in financial conditions which have reduced the liabilities. It is natural for the Scheme’s funding level to fluctuate over time reflecting changes in the financial markets. The Trustees, under advice, did not seek any voluntary employer contributions during the year from the Group (2023: £Nil). The IAS 19 position reflects the impact of rising interest rates on the present value of the liability to pay pensions in the future. IMO Covid-19 and nasty flu bugs together with years long waiting NHS lists is not helping OAP's So should shareholders let it run if it can make such gains ? Just how much money is in this closed defined pension scheme ? Is it currently around 17M pounds ? Shareholders should be told what investments are making these gains and a shareholder vote taken as to whether to access these funds and for what purposes. A 41% gain in 1 year is some going --- why not let the fund rip for 3 years and then split the cash 50% for a special dividend plus 50% for an acquisition ? At 20% gain per year for 3 years the fund could be worth 6.5M pounds At 40% gain per year for 3 years the fund could be worth 10.4M pounds Shareholders need to know what investments are involved Saffron Walden and the other freehold sites have sufficient space to allow for increased output. Good to here. dyor |
Posted at 19/2/2025 07:54 by buywell3 I know it is 23.5M in 2024 and that with the latest acquisition it should be closer to 27M next yearRegarding question time in the RNS Somebody ask them these questions Qu What are you doing to reduce staffing levels of over 160 staff, with the recent acquisition , as our cost base currently is NOT being supported by LPA turnover resulting in losses ? Productivity needs to come up at least 5% in order to break even and 10% to start making profits --- so: Regarding machinery --- Here are some suggestions Qu Has the company recently carried out a cost cutting exercise looking at the use of further automation across the whole Group to increase productivity by 10% ? Types of Machines for Automation Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Systems: These systems can automate repetitive tasks that are typically performed by human workers. In manufacturing, this could include robotic arms for assembly lines, which can increase production speed and consistency while reducing labor costs. Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machines: CNC machines are used for precise machining processes such as milling, turning, and drilling. By employing CNC technology, companies can reduce the number of skilled machinists required on the shop floor while increasing precision and reducing waste. Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs): AGVs can transport materials within a facility without human intervention. This reduces the need for manual labor in logistics and material handling, allowing staff to focus on more complex tasks. 3D Printers: Advanced 3D printing technology allows for rapid prototyping and production of components with minimal human oversight. This can streamline operations and reduce reliance on traditional manufacturing processes that require more labor. Industrial IoT Devices: Implementing IoT devices can enhance monitoring and control over manufacturing processes, leading to improved efficiency and reduced need for manual oversight. Laser Cutting Machines: These machines offer high precision in cutting materials with minimal waste compared to traditional methods. They can operate with less human intervention once programmed correctly. Automated Quality Control Systems: These systems use sensors and cameras to inspect products during manufacturing automatically, reducing the need for manual quality checks by staff. ERP Systems Integration: While not a machine per se, integrating advanced Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems can optimize workflows and resource management, potentially leading to workforce reductions through improved efficiency. By investing in these types of machinery or technologies, LPA Group could potentially streamline operations and reduce staffing needs while maintaining or even enhancing productivity levels. |
Posted at 14/2/2025 00:56 by buywell3 ----- Does the new LPA CEO need and new BOD ? ------Despite recent news of over 5M of new contacts the share price bombs ? Does the new CEO IMO needs to sweep away the BOD and start afresh ? Under new labour , increased productivity is needed to survive because having a large workforce does now not work. Too many valued employees = Too many costs Hence new approaches are needed to adopt latest technology to reduce staff numbers wherever possible Robotic machinery in better managed production processes is the answer An opportunity IMO Battery powered trains on branch lines are coming --- GWR is taking a lead LPA Group need to get plugged in Why? Because over 60% of the Rail Network is not yet electrified due to the high costs involved --- hence diesel trains continue to pollute the air and cost more money in their operating/maintenanc AI Overview As of October 2023, approximately 62% of the UK rail network is not electrified, as only around 38% of the network is currently electrified. So Great Western Railway (GWR) is testing battery-powered trains as part of its plan to reduce diesel use and reach net-zero carbon emissions. How the trains work The trains use a FastCharge battery system that can charge a car in 85 seconds. The technology can be installed between the rails in hours. The trains use short charge rails that are covered by the train. Where the trains are being tested The trains are being tested on the Greenford branch line in west London. The trains are converted from old Underground trains. What the trials are showing The trials are testing how the technology performs in real-world conditions. The trials are evaluating how the technology performs in different weather conditions, loads, and driving styles. What the future holds GWR hopes to eventually roll out the battery-powered trains across the UK's rail network. GWR hopes the technology will help the UK meet its goal of phasing out diesel-only trains by 2040 buywell wishes GWR all the best and concurs with their endeavours and goals Better and cheaper and longer lasting batteries with higher energy densities are coming very soon now. This will mean a much cheaper, safer, and less weather prone alternative to olde electrification installations. dyor |
Posted at 12/2/2025 17:08 by buywell3 Ref the RNSOn UK Railways As of 31 March 2024, there were 15,107 railway vehicles registered in operation for all passenger train operators. Of these, 71% were electric, 19% were diesel, 7% were bi-mode and 3% were locomotive hauled. LPA Group LPA Inter-car jumpers are installed in over 10,000 UK rail vehicles in service today. So LPA Group have suppled circa 65% of all Inter-car jumpers to UK Railways One would imagine these have to be replaced after around 10 years of use as part of a maintenance operation " Unlike the protected cabling within a vehicle, inter-car jumpers are exposed to mechanical stresses such as twisting, as well as heat, cold, rain, snow and UV radiation. This means that they need to be serviced or replaced at regular intervals." |
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