Colas Rail UK’s Urban division has officially begun work on the second phase of Coventry’s Very Light Rail (CVLR) programme, which aims to deliver an 800-metre twin-track connection between Coventry Station and Coventry University Technology Park.
Full approval was granted by Coventry City Council in January, and will see Colas Rail drive what is states will be a ‘streamlined, construction-led approach that accelerates delivery, reduces risk and keeps disruption to a minimum for local stakeholders’.
Coventry City Council gave its Full Council Approval in January 2026
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With extensive surveys now complete and procurement of track slabs underway; the scheme is now officially moving towards construction.
Iain Anderson, Managing Director for Urban & Industries said:
We are thrilled to be starting work on the second phase of the Coventry Very Light Rail, this next phase represents a major step forward in bringing an innovative, sustainable light rail transport solution to Coventry.
Colas Rail is proud to be part of a project that is not only transforming the city’s infrastructure but also setting new standards for innovation in light rail systems across the UK.