While much of Britain's construction supply chain operates behind the scenes, its impact can be seen everywhere. The homes we build. The roads we travel on. The infrastructure projects that connect communities and support economic growth all rely on a steady supply of essential materials.

Victa’s training offer has continued to evolve alongside the needs of the rail freight sector—from early Rail Safety Awareness courses to today’s specialist programmes developed with partners such as Network Rail. Our aim is simple: to help organisations strengthen safety, build confidence and develop practical skills across their teams.

Every train we run means thousands of lorries are taken off congested roads, reducing emissions and improving safety for everyone. Rail produces around 50% less CO₂ per ton-mile than road haulage, and fewer HGVs mean quieter roads, cleaner air, and safer communities. That’s sustainability in action. Appointed by Cemex to manage all train arrivals, departures, and shunting at Dove Holes, we’ve delivered over 99% of outbound trains on time and in full—keeping construction proje

Debbie Simmons has been appointed as Managing Director, bringing her deep industry knowledge, operational expertise, and collaborative spirit to the helm of Victa’s future. Debbie has been instrumental in shaping our services and culture...

eager to deepen their understanding of how their individual actions directly impact the safe operation of UK rail freight. Their commitment to safety

our staff had the opportunity to drive the Class 08e, gaining first-hand experience of its capabilities and performance

our dedicated ground staff volunteered their time to support the rail tour and were pleased to donate their salary for the day which was topped up by the company

The judges praised Neil's unique ability to combine strategic foresight with operational know-how - a rare and powerful combination that has shaped both our company and the wider industry.

As the first railway worker to attend a Careers Fair at the school, John was thrilled to shed light on the fascinating world of rail freight beyond passenger trains.

we are celebrating a significant milestone, having trained 5,000 people from across the country