The UK’s manufacturing heart just got a fresh vote of confidence: British Steel has landed a new £35 million rail‑supply contract to provide rail products for a high‑speed rail network in Türkiye — a deal officially to be announced by Keir Starmer ahead of the upcoming G20 summit. British Steel+1
This contract builds on a similar order awarded last year, underscoring British Steel’s ability to deliver globally competitive infrastructure. British Steel+2SteelOrbis+2 But the significance goes beyond exports — this is a real boost for British jobs, especially at the company’s historic plant in Scunthorpe. Company leadership has highlighted that the new deal will lead to new employment opportunities at home. British Steel+1
What makes this even more important is the broader context. The export deal is part of more than £400 million of new contracts being announced for British firms ahead of the G20 summit — a clear sign of the UK’s growing strength in advanced engineering and manufacturing. British Steel+1
For Britain, this isn’t just about steel rail — it’s about preserving and strengthening industrial skill and capacity. From steelworkers in Scunthorpe to the engineers designing high‑speed networks abroad, British expertise is powering global infrastructure. The deal sends a message: UK manufacturing is alive, competitive and globally respected.
As the world looks to renew and expand its rail networks — for greener, faster transit — British Steel stands ready to supply. For its workers, for communities, and for the UK’s industrial future, this is a step forward that’s worth celebrating.
