Projects
Penzance Railway Station

Powering a £6.55m investment in Cornwall’s railway

Penzance Station, first opened in 1852, is Britain’s southernmost railway station. National Rail and Great Western Railway (GWR) invested £6.55 million in Cornwall’s railway to build three new sidings near Long Rock Depot. These sidings enable the storage, cleaning, and maintenance of nine-carriage trains, improving the operation of longer services between London Paddington and Penzance. The project aims to boost train capacity and enhance business, tourism, and connectivity in the region.

Sector	Transport - Rail
End User	Network Rail & Great Western Railway
Location	Penzance, Cornwall
Scope of Work	500kVA & 800kVA 11kV/433V Wilson T2 Ecotrans® Distribution Transformer close coupled with LV cabinets

To support this investment, we supplied one 500kVA and one 800kVA 11kV/433V Wilson T2 Ecotrans® Distribution Transformers, both housed in a built-up substation at the rail sidings. The robust design of the Wilson T2 transformers makes them ideal for demanding rail infrastructure applications, where space, safety, and energy efficiency are key.

By delivering modern, Ecodesign Tier 2-compliant transformers with low energy losses and long life expectancy, we are helping to power the future of railways in the Southwest. Our contribution ensures consistent and reliable power for essential maintenance operations, supporting smoother, more sustainable journeys for passengers and railway operators alike.

Wilson T2 ecotrans transformer at Rail Penzance train station

Rail Penzance train station with Wilson T2 ecotrans transformers