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Onllwyn, Neath Port Talbot·In developmentRail

Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE)

  • StageIn development; future of rail project undecided; Welsh Government decision on de-risking through public funding or a guarantee due later in 2026
  • Next milestoneWelsh Government decision; secure private capital to build the facility
  • Last checked1 November 2026
Source: GCRE, The In-Tray (essay by Chief Executive Simon Jones) →

What has changed on this project, and when

  • Next milestone: Welsh Government decision; secure private capital to build the facility2 November 2026 · previously: Secure remaining funding/private partners and start main construction.
  • Stage: In development; future of rail project undecided; Welsh Government decision on de-risking through public funding or a guarantee due later in 20262 November 2026 · previously: pipeline
  • Status: In development2 November 2026 · previously: At tender
  • Value: Not disclosed2 November 2026 · previously: ~£400m

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