TfL begins supplier search for £1.6bn DLR link to Thamesmead

The proposed DLR extension to Thamesmead has taken a significant step forward, with Transport for London (TfL) issuing the first tender documents.
One of the new DLR trains now in service
TfL is carrying out a Preliminary Market Engagement, which is basically gathering a long list of potential suppliers and manufacturers for the railway extension. It’s only the first stage, as it gives suppliers and buyers a chance to gather more information about what will be needed, and usually allows su