Brewery Turnback Project - Electrical and Power Works

The Brewery Turnback Project is an enhancement scheme funded by the Department for Transport (DfT). Previously known as the Manchester Victoria East Turnback, this project has been prioritized for early development based on the Central Manchester Capacity and Performance study, aiming to improve capacity and resilience in the area. The project involves the design and construction of a west-facing turnback facility at Brewery Junction. At Victoria station, the through platforms currently serve both through and terminating trains, leading to limited availability for through services due to the time required for trains to terminate and turn back. By implementing a turnback facility to the east of the station, operational flexibility will be enhanced, allowing for better service recovery during disruptions. The turnback will accommodate trains up to 6 cars (26 meters) in length, including Diesel Multiple Units (DMUs) and Electric Multiple Units (EMUs), with access from Platforms 3-6 at Manchester Victoria station. The need for this facility was identified in the Manchester Network Transformation Programme (MNTP), as it will alleviate constraints on platform availability and improve overall performance. Currently, two services from Kirkby, Preston, or Wigan are scheduled to terminate on the through platforms each hour, with turnaround times of 5-10 minutes, which occupies the platform and affects service flow. The proposed turnback will provide a solution to these challenges. The scope of work includes the supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the point heating system, which encompasses mains distribution equipment, 230V and 110V low voltage cabling, heater strips, heat retainers, clamp lock heaters, TCBs, PHTs, and associated controls.