Return to HS2 - Calvert to Greatworth Project

Summary

The A422 Compound, near Brackley, is a key delivery hub within EKFB’s Calvert to Greatworth section of HS2, supporting major earthworks and infrastructure works along the route.

This visit provides a behind-the-scenes look at a live high-speed rail construction site, offering insight into large-scale project delivery, engineering challenges, and collaborative working across teams. The session will include a project overview followed by a guided site tour.

The project is led by EKFB Project Director, Tony Wehby FCIOB, along with EKFB Deputy Project DirectorsTimothée Scherer and Juan Rodriguez, HS2 Senior Project Managers Paul Cooper and Kariem Adam with HS2 Head of Delivery Luis Gonzalez.

Thank you to our host - Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM (EKFB)

PPE required : Attendees must bring their own steel toe capped boots. (Our host will provide Hi-Viz vests, gloves and hard hats.) Please do not book unless you have the required PPE.

Ticket Price: Free for CIOB Members (optional suggested £5 donation to Assist - please see below) & £25 Non-Members.

Please note: this event is for over 18’s only

Location: A422 Compound, Gate 15, Brackley Road. Westbury. NN13 5JH (Full details and site instructions will be provided to registered attendees.)

This learning activity can contribute to your annual CPD return and should be logged accordingly.

The CIOB Assist Programme

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Agenda

9.00 - 9.10 – Arrival & refreshments (to be purchased from the onsite canteen)

9.10 - 10.10 - C2G overview with Q and A

10.10 – 11.00 - Mini-bus tour

11.00 - Finish

How can we help you get the most out of this event? We want to ensure accessibility for all of our members. Please contact us in confidence prior to attendance and we will do our best to answer any questions and support any additional needs you may have.

Contact

Further details and full joining instructions will be provided on registering, but in the meantime if you have any questions please contact:

Susie Kearns

Member Services & Events Coordinator

+44 (0)1344 630 860

[email protected]