Our diverse and innovative team, develop intelligent programme management solutions for tomorrow’s infrastructure, helping deliver a more sustainable world

Services

Project Controls and Data Science

Our proven project controls function which, through robust reporting and sound programme management protocols, has allowed us to successfully support programmes of work that meet and exceed the clients requirements.

Planning, Scheduling and Constructability

We provide efficient construction planning ensuring early, continuous and consistent integration of construction knowledge into the conceptual planning, design, construction and operations of a project.

Capacity Planning

Whether it is timetable development, capacity analysis, performance analysis or operational advice our team are experienced in all areas of capacity planning. We offer a unique blend of experience and bespoke software solutions to provide both traditional and innovative solutions.

Information Management

Our track record of delivering holistic management of project information is second to none. Understanding the challenges and complexities, allows us to setup and maintain an appropriate system.

Utilities Management

We deliver consultancy services for schemes that have requirements for utility infrastructure. We provide advice and recommendations on new and existing utility services for projects covering, rail, highways, airports and new developments.

Engineering

D2 provides Engineering and Design support for project delivery. We deliver the highest possible value to our clients when executing complex infrastructure engineering projects.

Project Management

D2’s project management function can help assess and improve an organisation’s in-house project management capability to significantly reduce their exposure to risk whilst maximising project success.

Digital Technology

Offering all elements of Digital Technology including bespoke software, 2D, 3D & 4D animations, modelling, Virtual & Augmented Reality, we believe in the real added value of Digital Tech and its multiple features and benefits.

Risk & Value Management

Risk Management adds the most value when it is integrated in project life. That is why it is important to remove it from the silo and start embedding with other processes and procedures.

News

Inspiring Inclusion: International Women’s Day 2024

8th March 2024 marks the global celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), a day dedicated to honouring the achievements of women, raising awareness about gender-based discrimination, and advocating for gender equality. IWD has a rich history, dating back to the…

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Stepping into an SME – 6 months into the journey

Around this time last year, I made the decision to leave the large consultancy I worked for and to join a small to medium sized enterprise (SME). The opportunity to join former colleagues and friends at D2 proved to be…

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D2 Global

Our journey Since formation in 2011 and under the guidance of founding Directors David Diesbergen and Simon Blair, D2 Rail & Civils has strived to add value to our clients by de-risking delivery of projects and to leave a lasting…

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D2 Joins Race at Work Charter

We have some very exciting news; we are now a signatory for the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter! The Race at Work Charter asks businesses to make a public commitment to improving equality of opportunity in the…

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Case Studies

Transpennine Route Upgrade, West of Leeds Project W4, Entry into Service Package F

Benefits Realised Excellent Stakeholder Management – We proactively engaged key stakeholders to bring everyone on the journey and maximise support for the works. Our robust external stakeholder analysis led to our production of periodic leaflets for lineside neighbours and targeted…

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SAS 13 Bridge Reconstruction

Background Part of the On Network Works Programme (required to facilitate HS2 construction in Birmingham), SAS 13 was a £52M complex multidisciplinary bridge reconstruction project with HS2 as the Client. Managed by Network Rail, Skanska was the civils delivery partner…

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How D2 lives its ‘People’ values

What is D2’S approach to career development? D2’s approach to professional and personal development is based on years of experience in cultivating all round, highly capable professionals. Thanks to the introduction of the D2 Career Path Framework, D2 are able…

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Network Rail Structures Portfolio – Visual Inspections Optimisation

Problem Statement Network Rail (NR) Eastern Region Buildings and Civils Route Engineering Team have circa 20,000 structures to examine and maintain from Newcastle to London on one of the most congested networks in the country. Logistical and resource challenges of…

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