NETWORK Rail is set to carry out £4million of improvements across the Inverclyde line next month.
The upgrades aim to improve the long-term resilience and reliability of the line.
The Inverclyde line will be closed while work takes place from Saturday 7 February to Tuesday 10 February and from Saturday 14 February to Tuesday 17 February.
Bus replacement services will be available between Paisley Gilmour Street and Wemyss Bay/Gourock.
Essential repairs and renewals will be carried out across key locations, including:
— Fixing and replacing parts of the walls that support the railway in Greenock, including new concrete sections.
— Replacing the main deck of the River Gryffe Bridge, repairing the steel to strengthen it.
— Repairing the steel that supports the railway on Houston Road, Georgetown.
— Fixing the steel under the bridge and replacing part of the platform with modern, durable materials at Station Road in Langbank.
Ross Moran, route director at Network Rail Scotland, said: “This work is part of our commitment to maintaining a railway that communities and visitors can continue to rely on.
“We’ve combined a number of essential projects into one single closure, avoiding the need for multiple periods of disruption over a longer timeframe.
“We’re grateful to passengers and local residents for their patience and understanding while we carry out these improvements.”
Mark Ilderton, ScotRail service delivery director, said: “ScotRail is focused on maintaining reliable travel for customers while Network Rail completes these important improvements in Inverclyde.
“Our rail replacement services are designed to keep people moving with confidence, and we would encourage customers to check their journey in advance on the ScotRail website or app.
“This investment will deliver long‑term benefits to the Inverclyde line, and we’re grateful for customers’ patience while the work takes place.”
While this is being delivered, Network Rail teams will also continue their vegetation management work as part of a £2.5million investment that has been ongoing since July 2025.
Delivered by QTS, the work involves cutting back and managing trees and plants that could affect the railway.
