HITACHI Information Control Systems Europe (HICSE), a supplier of innovative software solutions to the global rail industry, has moved to new offices located less than a mile away from its current premises.

One of Bradford on Avon’s leading employers, HICSE’s head office has been located at its current site in Manvers House, Kingston Road, Bradford on Avon, since 2010.

On December 16, HICSE moved to Middleton Drive on the new Kingston Farm development close to AB Dynamics’ and Ashford Homes’ new head offices.

The move to new premises will help the company to expand Hitachi’s traffic management and information control systems business.

The move comes as a result of HICSE’s continued growth over the past few years, which has seen the permanent workforce increase to over 140 people. It also reflects the strategic expansion of its rail business both in the UK and overseas.

Tim Gray, HICSE Managing Director, said: “We are pleased to be moving into the new premises in Bradford on Avon and to continuing our long-standing association with the local community and the South West region.

“The new offices will provide an excellent workspace for our staff and enable efficient delivery and collaboration for our customer and suppliers.

“Together with our Derby and Plymouth offices we are ready to build on the exciting opportunities in today’s railway industry.”

HICSE brings together many years of experience in delivery and support of simulation, control and traffic management systems. “In the UK our products form an essential part of Network Rail’s operational infrastructure, enabling safe and efficient performance via our training simulator and automated route setting systems.

“To meet rail sector challenges, our team are driving industry-changing innovations in full life-cycle modelling and simulation, including automated data validation and design optimisation solutions.

“We are now combining our products and experience with those of our parent company, Hitachi Limited, to deliver market-leading information and control solutions such as the Tranista Traffic Management platform and related digital railway solutions.