First BAA wagon is released back into service
12th March, 2025
The first refurbished BAA wagon has been released back into service, in a significant development for the railway industry. DB Cargo will be
Transforming Rail Performance
CWE knows that keeping your fleet on the tracks is your top priority, so we’ve made it ours. As your supply, maintenance and logistics partner, we provide expert component repair, refurbishment and replacement quickly and on budget.
CWE is a subsidiary of William Cook Rail, an international market leader in the design and manufacture of railway couplers, bogies and associated components.
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We’ve been providing specialist, high-quality engineering solutions since 1966. We bring passion and expertise to every project, to keep you moving.
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Colin Jaques walks over 200km for Alzheimer’s disease
28th February, 2025
In an inspiring display of determination and generosity, loyal servant to CWE Colin Jaques has walked over 200km during the month of February
Life at CWE – learning the ropes as an apprentice quality inspector
18th February, 2025
At CWE, we’re proud to be part of the UK rail industry. We believe it’s a great place to work and that our
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