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Our Victa at 30 series of blog posts, looks back at the projects and milestones that shaped our business and gives a flavour of how we adapt to prevailing conditions to support our partners.
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Celebrating a Milestone: 20 Million Tonnes Moved by Rail!
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
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Dec 16, 20252 min read


North Thameside Operations: Tilbury, Barking & Beyond
We provide a full package of management and operational services in the growing Port, now including the Tilbury 2: Intermodal and Construction Materials terminals. This encompasses both medium and short term planning of services and real-time management of day to day train movements as well as
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Dec 7, 20252 min read


Charity Cargo, Redundant Munitions & Roll Cages: Unusual Loads, Smart Moves
Victa has handed it's fair share of unusual cargo over the years.
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Nov 30, 20252 min read


Moving Giants by Rail: Victa’s Role in Building the Millennium Dome
Did you know that rail freight played a vital role in making the landmark that was known as the Millennium Dome, a reality?
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Nov 24, 20252 min read


Hoo Junction: A Strategic Hub in Kent’s Rail Freight Story
The range of traffics managed at Hoo Junction reflected the versatility and importance of rail freight including the following traffics
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Nov 20, 20252 min read


Ridham Docks & Queenborough – Supporting Strategic Rail Freight on the Isle of Sheppey
These operations required not only logistical precision but also a deep understanding of port infrastructure and customer needs.
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Nov 16, 20252 min read


Sheerness Docks: A Gateway for Diverse Freight
Each type of freight brought its own logistical challenges...
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Nov 9, 20252 min read


Reviving Rail at Sheerness: From Trial to Transformation
The trial required critical infrastructure work, incluidng re-establishing a level crossing over the busy A249...
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Nov 3, 20252 min read


Privatisation & Possibility: The Early Consultancy Years
the rail industry was entering a period of rapid change and opportunity. Neil Sime, having recently left British Rail, found himself at the heart of this transformation.
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Oct 26, 20252 min read


The Sittingbourne Spark: Victa’s First Big Move
Over tea with the customer, a plan was born. Using an underutilised railhead at Sittingbourne, 1500 tonnes of coil were delivered on time.
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Oct 22, 20251 min read


A New Chapter Begins: Leadership, Legacy & Looking Ahead”
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...
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Oct 13, 20251 min read


On Track for Safety: Dove Holes Hosts Successful Site Inspection
eager to deepen their understanding of how their individual actions directly impact the safe operation of UK rail freight. Their commitment to safety
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Oct 8, 20251 min read


Celebrating Excellence at the Rail Freight Group Awards
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.
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Sep 10, 20251 min read


Exciting Day at the George Spencer Academy Trust Careers Fair!
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.
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Jul 22, 20251 min read


Celebrating a Major Milestone in Rail Safety Training
we are celebrating a significant milestone, having trained 5,000 people from across the country
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Jun 17, 20253 min read


The beating heart of rail freight
Victa Railfreight Ltd. has been showcased in the latest publication of Rail Director magazine (October edition). You can read more about...
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Oct 17, 20231 min read
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