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When Ash Johnson joined SPL Powerlines UK and Ireland as Head of Surveying four and a half years ago, the company was firmly focused on electrification installation and construction. Today, that picture looks quite different. A shifting funding landscape and a growing demand for cost effective rail data have reshaped what the SPL Powerlines survey division does and how it...

Rail surveying has always operated within tight margins. Possessions are finite, safety requirements are non-negotiable, and the consequences of incomplete or inaccurate data can be significant. But over the past decade, those margins have narrowed considerably. For Severn Partnership, part of the Munnelly Group, adapting to that reality has meant rethinking not just the tools they use, but the entire...

SCCS is a trusted distributor in the UK and Ireland for Amberg Technologies, partnering specialist rail measurement with Leica Geosystems’ wider measurement portfolio St Neots, UK – 28th August 2026 – For over twenty years, Amberg Technologies and Leica Geosystems, part of Hexagon, have combined their measurement expertise to provide the global rail market with highly productive and precise measurement...

We are thrilled to announce that in 2025, SCCS continues to meet the Silver Level requirements of the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS). Achieving Silver accreditation confirms that SCCS consistently employs exemplary practices and adheres to the standards outlined by FORS. This accomplishment ensures that our fleet remains compliant with the CLOCS Standard for Construction Logistics and Transport for London's...

On Thursday, 21 November 2024, the prestigious SCCS London Survey Dinner was held aboard the iconic HMS Belfast in London. The event was an unforgettable evening and a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends from across the civil engineering community. Over 120 attendees gathered to celebrate the remarkable projects and individuals who have significantly contributed to the industry over the past year.