Overview

• Siemens to replace its existing Chippenham rail infrastructure factory with a new £100m digital engineering facility.
• The new center will develop modern conventional and digital railway systems, enhancing safety, reliability, and connectivity of UK railways.
• All 800 local staff will be transferred to the new facility, ensuring no impact on production.
• The investment is part of the UK government's broader strategy to support manufacturing and research in sectors where the UK is or could be world-leading.
• Criticism from Labour’s shadow business secretary highlights concerns over the government's ability to provide long-term stability for manufacturing.