Tender: Heat Insulation Review and Improvement Proposals for GB Passenger Rolling Stock

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RSSB is seeking a supplier to carry out research to review current heat-insulation practices in GB passenger rolling stock, benchmark them internationally, and identify practical opportunities for improvement for both new-build and retrofit vehicles. The project will assess suitable insulation materials and technologies — including thermal performance, fire safety, durability and end-of-life considerations — evaluate how vehicle design and operation influence heat loss, and quantify benefits of potential improvements in terms of energy use, carbon reduction, operating costs and passenger comfort, with the aim of producing clear, evidence-based recommendations to support industry decision-makers in adopting cost-effective, technically robust and sustainable insulation solutions.