We invest in and supply safe, modern and reliable passenger rolling stock to operators across Britain’s entire network, adding value for passengers and customers today and for the future.
Blended portfolio
Porterbrook manages a portfolio of around 4,000 high quality rolling stock assets, operating on long distance, regional and inter-urban services.
We work collaboratively with our customers to help them meet the needs of today's passengers while being at the forefront of innovation for tomorrow’s railway.
We're introducing new technologies, such as hybrid and hydrogen, that are helping to decarbonise the railway and meet the UK’s net zero targets.
Financing new builds
With the size of the UK 5-year new build rolling stock pipeline we are uniquely positioned to pursue and target opportunities to grow our portfolio, with a strategic objective to invest £1bn minimum into the UK rail industry over the coming years.
Our investment team have considerable experience in raising finance to support the acquisition of new rolling stock. They are supported by a team of engineering and project management professionals that have a track record of delivering projects on time and to budget.
Our fleet support services go far beyond the ‘introduction to traffic’ phase, as we continue to support our assets throughout their whole operating lives.
Our ability to raise funding is supported by a Baa2 (stable) credit rating from Moody’s, see details on our rating here.
Investment in fleet upgrades
We're making award-winning investments to ensure that our fleets are upgraded and fitted with innovative, modern features to ensure that they continue to meet the needs of passengers and our customers.
Named the Fleet Achievement of the Year at the National Rail Awards, our Project Aurora is upgrading Govia Thameslink Railways entire Electrostar fleet and significantly improving reliability and passenger experience with a host of new features.
Experienced team
We have over 100 engineers and fleet support staff working directly on our passenger fleets, alongside experienced key relationship managers with a deep understanding of our customers' needs and expectations on their existing fleets, and investment in new rolling stock.
Award-winning fleets
We understand the importance of consistent day-to-day delivery, and our commitment has seen us win many National Rail Awards and Golden Spanners, based on industry experts and independent performance data recognising our fleets as among the most reliable in the UK.