UK: Network Rail Completes Refurbishment Project on Awe Viaduct

Network Rail has completed a 3.5 million GBP refurbishment project on Awe viaduct, a rail bridge situated near Taynuilt, Scotland.

Having stood along the West Highland Line since 1879, initial work to replace the viaduct’s original timber deck first began in Summer 2024.

In order to carry out the full refurbishment, the viaduct, which carries the railway to Oban over the River Awe, was stripped of its old paint, with Network Rail having completed a full repaint in the following months.

The viaduct’s makeover is expected to extend its life far beyond initial expectations, enabling Network Rail to continue utilising the historic structure for the foreseeable future.

Owen Ferry, Project Manager, Network Rail said:

We’re delighted to have completed this £3.5m project on Awe viaduct on time and on budget while causing as little disruption as possible.

This significant investment not only improves the structure's look but will help extend its life. Work on this scale won’t be required for at least 25 years.

We know the viaduct sits in a much-loved part of the world and we thank our neighbours and visitors for their understanding while we completed this crucial project.