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KITE Shuttle
KITE Shuttle is our regular newsletter, where we bring industry insights, innovation and thought leadership together.


The Hidden Power of Colour in Handrail Design
Did you know that the handrails inside London Underground trains aren’t just chosen at random? They’re actually colour-coded to match the line you’re travelling on.
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Aug 221 min read


The first KITE Step Installation: where it all began!
Austins Lane: The First KITE Step Installation
A few years back, KITE Projects reached an important milestone with the installation of the first full KITE Step system at Austins Lane. This project was delivered for Transport for London (TfL) on the Tube network, where previously only a muddy path ran alongside the track, making safe access a challenge.
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Aug 13 min read


Are your Access Points Safe?
Safety. A value so important, but one that many take for granted. One slip or fall is all it takes to change a life. Whether you’re a project manager, a rail operator, or part of a local council, creating a safe environment isn’t optional, it’s an obligation. The question you should be asking is: Are your access points safe?
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Jul 252 min read


Change for a Better Environment
On 8th July 2025, the Environment Agency launched its bold new corporate strategy, EA2030: Change for a Better Environment. This forward-looking plan sets out a clear vision for the next five years and beyond, placing strong emphasis on the need for a sustainable change. As environmental pressures continue to grow, it’s clear that as a country, we must adapt. EA2030 signals a renewed commitment to building a cleaner, greener, and more resilient future, and it’s a call to acti
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Jul 182 min read


5 things Network Rail are doing to keep you moving this summer
As Britain’s third heatwave of the summer continues to delight sun lovers and beachgoers, the scorching weather is placing intense strain on the country’s infrastructure, testing its resilience and adaptability.
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Jul 112 min read


Engineering Against Extremes: How the Aviation Industry is Impacted by Heat
As Britain experiences record-breaking heat this week, with temperatures soaring to 34°C in London and Heathrow on the hottest day this year on Tuesday, airports are buzzing with holidaymakers eager to jet off to their own sunny destinations. But whilst passengers are dreaming of paradise and exotic beaches, the aviation industry is dealing with a less glamorous reality: extreme heat, which is putting pressure on aircraft performance, airport infrastructure, and flight schedu
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Jul 42 min read


Rail Live 2025
And just like that, Rail Live 2025 is in the books! It was another awesome event this year with the sun shining, and over 7,000 people in attendance over two days of the show! The KITE Projects team had a very busy couple of days networking with railway professionals from across the industry.
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Jun 202 min read


International Level Crossing Awareness Day: Making Every Crossing Safer
How often do you stop to think about the safety of level crossings? For millions of pedestrians and motorists, making the wrong decision can be life-changing.
Yesterday, 5th June, was International Level Crossing Awareness Day, a worldwide initiative to improve safety at crossings, and reduce the number of incidents and near-misses.
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Jun 62 min read


Regulation, Risk and Perception: The Root of Construction’s Skills Gap
The UK construction industry is facing a persistent and growing skills shortage, one that is no longer just a recruitment issue, but a systemic challenge fuelled by regulation, risk aversion, and perception. While it’s easy to point to education gaps or a lack of apprenticeships, the underlying issues run deeper and are closely tied to the way the industry operates.
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May 302 min read


Why Modularity Matters: How KITE Projects is Redefining Design and Delivery in Infrastructure
In the complex world of infrastructure delivery, risk is often the hidden cost nobody sees coming. Delays, compliance failures, unclear scopes, and last-minute design changes all contribute to spiralling costs and lost time.
As we gear up for Rail Live 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our incredible journey at this premier rail exhibition. Since 2019, we’ve been a proud exhibitor, showcasing our innovations, connecting with industry leaders, and contributing to t
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May 233 min read


KITE Shuttle | Edition 8
Welcome to the latest KITE Shuttle! 🚀
We’re celebrating six years at Rail Live, reflecting on our journey and the growth we've achieved. Next, we’re heading to Flood and Coast 2025, another exciting opportunity to connect and innovate. Plus, we’re showcasing our collaborative design process, demonstrating how KITE Projects Ltd goes beyond products to build lasting partnerships.
We'll also be at RIN Glasgow, bringing our expertise in handrail and access solutions to Scotl
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May 22 min read


Our journey at Rail Live - 6 years and counting!
Celebrating Our Journey at Rail Live - Six Years and Counting!
As we gear up for Rail Live 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our incredible journey at this premier rail exhibition. Since 2019, we’ve been a proud exhibitor, showcasing our innovations, connecting with industry leaders, and contributing to the future of rail.
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Apr 252 min read


One Year into CP7: Tracking Progress and Innovation
Believe it or not, we are a year into CP7 already! Network Rail has reflected on the CP7 highlights of the first year in their latest delivery plan, outlining the progress made in operating, maintaining and renewing the railway infrastructure across Great Britain.
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Apr 102 min read


AMP 8 Objectives
As AMP 8 kicks off next week, the water industry braces for transformative change - will you be ready? Companies & stakeholders within the..
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Mar 282 min read


World Water Day: creating sustainable solutions for the environment
Water is the lifeblood of our planet, sustaining ecosystems, communities, and economies. World Water Day, observed on March 22nd, serves...
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Mar 211 min read


Collaborative engineering with Network Rail
KITE Projects were pleased to host the Network Rail Western Track team for a training day yesterday, at our premises...
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Feb 141 min read


Keeping London's networks moving
London is a vast network, with over 25 million trips being made through the city every day. From iconic double-decker buses to the extensive
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Feb 71 min read


Come on a journey with KITE Projects!
KITE Projects specialise in bespoke handrail and access requirements across the infrastructure industry. But did you know that we also offer
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Jan 241 min read


Environment Agency’s £200m Flood and Coastal scheme; how is it going?
In 2020, the UK government announced a £200 million Flood and Coastal innovation fund, to be led by Environment Agency from 2021 – 2027...
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Nov 15, 20242 min read


How does the Autumn weather effect the railway?
Did you know that thousands of tonnes of leaves fall onto the railway during the autumn season? This can be as dangerous to trains as...
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Oct 25, 20242 min read
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