ABM has secured a five-year contract at Ashford International Railway Station with HS1 Ltd, the owner and operator of the High Speed 1 railway project.
Under the terms of the agreement, a team from ABM will deliver integrated mechanical and electrical (M&E), HVAC maintenance, combustion, refrigeration, security and cleaning services.
Bobby Thomson-O’Connor, Divisional Director at ABM, says: "We’re delighted to have been awarded the contract to deliver comprehensive facility services at Ashford International Railway Station.
ABM has consistently demonstrated its commitment to creating cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environments across various sectors.
"This opportunity aligns perfectly with our mission, and we look forward to partnering with HS1 Ltd to ensure the highest standards of service delivery for this iconic high-speed rail line."
Jay Newton, Head of Stations Engineering and Operations at HS1 Ltd, adds: “We are very pleased to award ABM the contract to maintain and deliver facility services at Ashford International Train Station.
ABM is a leader in integrated facility services and alongside core maintenance obligations will ensure that Ashford is fully prepared and ready to welcome passengers whenever Eurostar take the decision to re-start International services.
HS1 is a critical 109-kilometer rail line that connects St Pancras International in London to the Channel Tunnel, enabling high-speed international travel between London and Paris, London and Brussels, and London and Amsterdam, as well as domestic routes from London to Kent.
The network also encompasses stations along its route, including St Pancras International, Stratford International, Ebbsfleet International, and Ashford International.
