HS2 in Birmingham – Key information

These look aheads provide you with information about HS2 works and developments taking place in Birmingham.

This section provides you with information about HS2 works and developments taking place in Birmingham, and how we’re managing the impacts of construction.

To operate HS2 passenger trains (rolling stock) safely and efficiently, it is necessary to provide facilities where the trains can be maintained, serviced, and stored (stabled) when not in use.

Key facilities/buildings within the site include:

• Maintenance Building
• Network Integrated Control Centre
• Cleaners & Drivers Building

The design of the buildings provides for a high level of controlled, natural lighting and reduces the need for artificial lighting during the daytime. Solar roof panels, reusing rainwater runoff from some of the building roofs, sustainable drainage, renewable energy, low carbon materials and intelligent lighting provide additional environmental benefits during construction and operation.

Accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists has been incorporated into the design, with dedicated pedestrian and cyclist routes connecting with Birmingham’s future transport network. In addition to car parks, provision is included for electric vehicle charging points, cycle and motorcycle parking for staff and visitors, and parking for individuals with limited mobility at all depot facilities, alongside taxi and delivery vehicle drop off zones.