Wabtec’s decision to expand in Barton aligns with its strategy to boost production capacity and consolidate core UK rail operations. Wabtec has unveiled plans to expand its manufacturing facility in Barton, as part of its strategy to increase production capacity and consolidate core activities in the UK rail sector. The Barton site will accommodate up to 500 employees upon completion and support several product lines supplying components to rail operators and manufacturers across the UK. By GlobalData Learn more about Strategic IntelligenceThe company confirmed that the remaining train component work at Doncaster will be moved to the expanded Barton facility. Wabtec Group managing director and UK regional vice president Tim Bentley said: “This investment in Barton marks an exciting new chapter for Wabtec and reaffirms our commitment to UK manufacturing.