A major step forward has taken place in rebuilding the fire-damaged building on Platform 1 at Troon station in South Ayrshire in Scotland.

The steel that forms the framework has been installed so that a structure is now there that creates a footprint for the new building.

Weighing approximately nine tonnes, the steel framework was constructed from 127 pieces of pre-fabricated steel that extends for more than 400m in length.

These were lifted into position by a tele-handler while operatives working from mobile elevating work platforms bolted them into place.

The next stage will be for contractors to pour the concrete slab that will become the floor of the new building which is being rebuilt to modern standards and will include a ticket office and waiting area, as well as a ‘changing places’ facility for people with disabilities and their carers.

During the disastrous fire that happened in 2021 fire,  the canopies on Platform 1 as well as the building were also destroyed. Since then, Network Rail has been working with partners, stakeholders, and the local community to develop a design for the reconstructed building.

Network Rail is working with lead contractor AMCOGiffen, to ensure construction of the building is completed before this year’s Open golf championship that is being held at Troon next July.

Louise McSmith, Network Rail’s project manager for the Troon station redevelopment said: “We are pleased with progress since the return to work following the festive break.

“We worked around the clock to erect the steel framework and with it in place, you begin to really get a sense of the scale of the new building.

“Passengers using the station have paused on their way through to take a look at the ongoing works and the reaction to see the building coming out of the ground has been really positive.”