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Africa’s trusted railway engineering specialists

Specialized Knowledge

Decades of specialized railway engineering experience delivering superior infrastructure solutions across Africa.

Forward-Thinking Solutions

Advanced methodologies and technologies that transform railway challenges into sustainable, efficient solutions.

Execution Excellence

Meticulous planning, execution, and oversight ensuring projects meet the highest industry standards.

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our expertise

  • Railway engineering and infrastructure design
  • Project and contract management
  • Multi-disciplinary coordination
  • Railway maintenance strategies
  • Operational logistics optimization
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements
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Africa’s Railway Engineering Specialists

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AC Railway Engineering Consulting (ACRE) delivers unparalleled railway engineering expertise across Africa, with specialized experience with innovative solutions that drive infrastructure development and economic growth.

We’re committed to customer satisfaction, meticulous project management & reliable service delivery.

35+

Years of Railway Engineering Experience & Counting

we’re focused on collaboration & technical excellence

At ACRE, we believe that railway infrastructure forms the backbone of economic development. Our approach combines technical excellence with practical implementation strategies that ensure project success from conception through to operation. We leverage cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to deliver cost-effective, sustainable solutions tailored to Africa’s unique infrastructure challenges.

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tendering specialists

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Top-rated Specialist Bid & Proposal Lead

ACRE leads comprehensive bid proposals under various contract types for parastatals, mining houses, or private clients.

Operations & Logistics

Optimal Transport Solutions

ACRE offers specialised operational and logistical studies determining the optimal transportation solutions for various scenarios and balancing road and rail options.

engineering services

Complete Project Lifecycle Engineering Services

ACRE provides comprehensive engineering services throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept development to commissioning.

Project Management

Multi-Disciplinary Project Management Services

Project management forms the core of ACRE’s competency, with our team bringing decades of experience to complex railway projects.

Railway Maintenance

Enhanced Maintenance Offerings

ACRE recognises maintenance is not a post-project consideration but an integral component of railway system design and feasibility.

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ACRE – Africa’s Railway Engineering Specialists

industry-recognised authority in railway engineering

  • complex multi-disciplinary rail projects

  • end-to-end railway infrastructure solutions
  • Combining comprehensive railway engineering expertise and strategic partnerships

To deliver exceptional railway engineering expertise through collaborative partnerships that elevate infrastructure projects from conception to completion, ensuring technical excellence, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability.

ACRE bridges critical knowledge gaps in the railway sector by providing specialized expertise that enhances the capabilities of both contractors and consultants. Our collaborative approach ensures that projects benefit from decades of practical experience while incorporating the latest innovations in railway engineering.

AC Railway Engineering Consulting (ACRE) was established by railway engineering specialists with extensive experience managing complex multi-disciplinary rail projects throughout South Africa and across the African continent. Our founding member brings over 35 years of specialized expertise in railway engineering and is recognized as an industry authority in the field.

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Send a message to to request a consultation with our railway engineering specialists.

P: +27 83 449 108

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We’re committed to customer satisfaction by delivering quality solutions.

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ACRE provides bespoke railway consultancy, fostering collaboration and innovation to revitalise South Africa’s railways with a focus on integrity, performance, innovation and sustainable development.

Andrew Clothier

Founder, AC Railway Engineering Consulting (Pty) Ltd.

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