As environmental stewards and experts in invasive weed management, we are proud to serve as a specialised tier-2 supplier for the sustainable removal and treatment of Japanese Knotweed and other invasive species along the pivotal transportation avenues of both the Network Rail infrastructure and Tram network.
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Leveraging our extensive network of environmental experts, state-of-the-art technological solutions, and effective strategies, we've established a reputation for delivering unparalleled Invasive weed management services to the railway sector. The statistics below demonstrate the need for our services.
72%
Increase in Incidents
In 2011, vegetation-related incidents were around 11,000; within 6 years, in 2017/2018 - there were 19,000 incidents reported, yielding a whopping 72% increase!
60%
Cut & Replace
Over 20 years, the estimated costs for rail networks to simply "cut" and allow vegetation to "regrow" will cost a whopping £580,600,000. In comparison, utilising experts like us to "cut and replace" will cost the industry £222,600,00 - over a 60% cost saving!
84.3%
Train Drivers Unhappy
In a recent survey, train drivers were asked: 'How well does Network Rail manage lineside vegetation?". The results were alarming! 58.8% reported a "Lack of management leading to safety issues," and another 25.5% reported an "Inconsistent approach".
*The above statistics have been taken from the UK government website and can be read here.
RAIL SECTOR EXPERTS
We deliver an all-encompassing solution to the Rail sector for vegetation management, invasive weed control, tree services, site clearance, ecological assessments, and ongoing maintenance. Sustainability and long-term ecosystem health are at the core of our services. Our approach not only tackles immediate environmental challenges but also plans to ensure a thriving, resilient natural landscape for the future.
Invasive Weed Control
A critical environmental management practice, focused on eradicating harmful plant species to protect biodiversity and sustain ecosystem health.
Vegetation Management
Focused on ensuring rail safety and operational efficiency while upholding our commitment to ecological stewardship and sustainability.
Site Clearance and Tree Works
Meticulously blending operational safety with ecological sensitivity to enhance both railway functionality and environmental integrity.
Helping to Keep Your Rail Tracks Safe
Managing weeds can pose considerable challenges for network rail services and their maintenance teams. In severe cases, these unwanted plants can disrupt service lines, degrade critical system components, and even compromise safety, efficiency, and functionality.
This reality is especially true with ground-level tracks, which demand ongoing attention and maintenance if not addressed effectively. The presence of destructive invasive species, like Japanese Knotweed, only amplifies this maintenance necessity over time.
Managing rail systems often entails covering vast distances, requiring a dedicated and skilled workforce. When you delegate weed control tasks to an external professional service, you free your staff to focus without interruption on their primary responsibilities.
By entrusting such labour-intensive tasks to a certified team like KSUK Environmental, your staff can concentrate on their specialised maintenance tasks.
In nearly every field, leveraging the expertise of professionals is the key to achieving optimal results, and this holds for weed removal as well. Collaborating with skilled, trained teams equipped with the right tools for rapid weed eradication can significantly streamline your maintenance routines.
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Some of our recent works for the Rail sector
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Groundbreaking CO2 Reduction Project
Explore our environment-saving project that effectively reduced 4021.48 tonnes of CO2 emissions, equivalent to charging over 489 million smartphones!
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