Leading manufacturer of rail track drainage systems, Demco (a brand of MGS), have announced they will be exhibiting at Rail Link Networking in Ireland.
The largest networking event in Ireland for professionals within the rail infrastructure sector is being held at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on the 10th April 2025.
As a company manufacturing and supplying Network Rail and LUL approved track drainage pipe systems (TerraRange), Demco will be presenting its unique rail products to the Irish and international attendees.
“We are thrilled to be exhibiting at this year’s Dublin Rail Link event and having the opportunity to connect with key professionals from railway companies of all sizes. Events like Rail Link Networking are pivotal for creating collaboration within the industry, and we look forward to connecting with Ireland’s leading infrastructure companies” states David Bland, Demco Division Manager (Rail).
With a vision of ‘Driving rail connections to shape a smarter, connected future’, Rail Link Networking aims to foster interactions among key stakeholders in the Irish rail industry.
The event attracts an average of 300 visitors from over 200 companies, including buyers and engineers. This year, 40 rail organisations, including SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprise), are set to exhibit their services and products.
As an exhibitor, Demco will be showcasing their UK manufactured rail drainage products.
TerraDrain and TerraLine from Demco are specifically designed for under-track and cess drainage systems, playing a crucial role in underground rail framework projects across the UK.
“Demco have been instrumental in enhancing the durability and efficiency of rail track drainage systems. Our heavy-duty Demco TerraDrain and TerraLine pipes are engineered to withstand high loads and thus can be laid as shallow as 300mm under the track” adds David.
Founded in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist quality products used in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications and more.
Demco, a brand of MGS, has been a leading manufacturer of specialist thermoplastic pipework systems for over 40 years. With expertise in rail track drainage, Demco’s solutions are certified for high load and shallow applications, holding the Network Rail Certificate of Acceptance (PA05/02084).
Demco invites attendees to visit them during this year’s Dublin Rail Link networking event to discover the capabilities of their rail solutions.
“As geotechnical specialists with extensive experience in rail infrastructure, we’re eager to support more projects in Ireland and we can’t wait to showcase our innovative products and services. See you there!” concludes David.
More information about the event can be found at https://raillinknetworking.com/
More information about Demco can be found at https://www.demco.co.uk/
We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a Business Transition to Net Zero (BNTZ) grant, supporting our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and local manufacturing.
This funding will enable us to invest in advanced machinery, strengthening our production capabilities and reducing our reliance on supply chains. By bringing key manufacturing processes in-house, we aim to enhance efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and support the UK’s transition to a greener future.
Our investment in this cutting-edge equipment marks a significant step towards greater supply chain resilience, increased quality control, and a lower carbon footprint—all while continuing to deliver high-performance solutions for our customers.
We extend our gratitude to BNTZ & Suffolk County Council for their support, and we look forward to sharing further updates as we continuously improve our in-house capability!
Since becoming UK partners, geotechnical specialists, MGS, have experienced increasing demand for their range of products from QED Environmental Systems.
In late 2024, MGS began distributing QED’s liquid management pumps and gas analysers under a partnership aimed at enhancing their existing range of products used in drilling, geothermal applications, groundwater management and more.
Since forming the relationship, MGS has reported strong demands for the QED range and is now holding even greater stock to keep up with their customers’ needs.
“When we began working with QED, we knew that their products would be of value to our customer base in landfill gas management, groundwater sampling and other environmental monitoring sectors. However, we have been thrilled by the incredible reception their products have achieved in such a short time.” states Anthony Stupak, Managing Director at MGS.
One of the QED products proving particularly popular for MGS is the Automatic Air Pump range. Engineered for wells as small as 2 inches in diameter, the AutoPump AP2 & AP3 are air-powered, positive displacement pumps, activated by an internal float in response to accumulating liquid.
As of January 2025, products including QED’s AutoPump range will have increased stock to help satisfy MGS’ increasing customer-base.
By distributing QED products, MGS hopes to not only support their own customers with high-quality environmental instrumentation, but also help QED achieve its goal of expanding its UK market presence.
“Through our collaboration with QED, we are ensuring our customers have access to the very best tools available for their geotechnical applications and are now holding even greater stock of the products that count” adds Anthony.
QED are premier manufacturers of monitoring and remediation equipment, precision engineered pumping solutions and gas instrumentation. With operations spanning multiple continents, QED serves environmental markets worldwide and continues to pursue growth into new regions.
Established in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist quality products for use in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications, railway drainage, landfill gas extraction and more.
For over three decades, MGS have been responsible for major developments within the drilling, geotechnical and environmental industries.
“This partnership has been a fantastic step forward for both companies. Landfill is a necessity, and we want to help engineers everywhere manage it with ease!” concludes Anthony.
Read more about QED: https://www.qedenv.com/
Read more about MGS: https://www.mgs.co.uk/
Geotechnical and ground source heat specialist suppliers, MGS, have enhanced their range of ground investigation products with new photoboards for use in demanding applications.
To improve core and soil sampling management within the ground investigation operations of their clients, MGS have released a custom photoboard product to cover all labelling requirements.
Photoboards are made from a durable dry-wipe surface, used to help clearly record and identify core samples from site investigations.
“To help ensure full traceability in ground investigation sampling, especially for challenging projects, we are excited to launch our bespoke photoboard product for use in applications such as trial pit, rotary core, line and laboratory sample logging” states Darren Portway, Division Manager at MGS.
Given the demanding applications in which MGS products are typically used, the photoboards have been made with durable, weather-resistant materials, making them perfectly suited for consistent use even in harsh site conditions.
As a tailored service, MGS are also offering their photoboards to be entirely customisable with company branding, allowing companies to display their logo, colours, fonts and contact details.
All photoboards include graduated 10mm scales, clearly legible markers, labels and colour reference charts to correctly fulfil any requirements for exploratory hole documentation.
“With clear and concise labelling on coreboxes, customers can improve the quality and precision of the data by assigning samples with a unique project name, number, date and other important information needed” adds Darren.
Established in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist quality products for use in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications, railway drainage, landfill gas extraction and more.
MGS products, including their industry-leading Rhino Corebox, have been instrumental in major ground investigation projects where core samples need to be transported long distances back for laboratory testing.
“With a prominent position in the geotechnical industry, we are proud to be enhancing our product ranges to give even greater features and benefits to the clients we supply. We are confident the new photoboards will help logging requirements be met and we look forward to assist more ground investigation projects with our innovative products in the years to come” concludes Darren.
Read more about MGS and the photoboards here: https://www.mgs.co.uk/
MGS have welcomed a new apprentice as part of their commitment to supporting local talent and fostering the next generation of skilled professionals.
MGS’ aspiring apprentice, Thomas Portway, has joined as an Apprentice Sales Co-Ordinator, working alongside the Drilling and Geothermal Sales Team based in Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk.
Utilising their strong position in the geotechnical industry, MGS hopes to train and mentor more young workers like Thomas, equipping them with the practical skills and knowledge needed to build a successful future.
“We’re delighted to welcome Thomas to the MGS team and we look forward to seeing him develop his skillset throughout his apprenticeship. As a company that’s over 35 years old, we’ve enjoyed nurturing new talent previously and have provided enthusiastic individuals with great opportunities for growth. We’re confident that Thomas will be an excellent addition to our team” states Anthony Stupak, Managing Director at MGS.
As a part of the apprenticeship scheme with West Suffolk College, Thomas will receive training and education over an 18-month period. Once successfully completed, Thomas will receive a qualification of level 2 customer service practitioner.
Within Thomas’ apprenticeship role, he will be learning to assist customers with sales enquiries, taking and processing orders over the phone and via email, drawing up quotations and liaising with transport companies. Thomas will support the existing sales team and will learn to understand the features and application of MGS’ geotechnical and drilling product range.
“I’m really excited to begin my apprenticeship at MGS! This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from others while gaining hands-on experience in a growing field. I’m eager to dive into my new role and the challenges that lie ahead” states Thomas.
Established in 1988, MGS are a leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist products for use in ground investigation, water well and geothermal drilling applications, railway drainage, landfill gas extraction and more.
With recent commercial successes, the launch of several new products and a promising order book for 2025, MGS are looking to expand their operations while supporting the local community by offering opportunities to aspiring apprentices.
As well as teaching the practical skills to support the role, MGS hopes to impart the importance of geotechnical products and the crucial role they play in supporting drilling, rail infrastructure, sustainable heating and more.
“Our involvement in the apprenticeship scheme is more than just job training – it’s about investing in young talent and the future of our industry. By supporting the next generation of workers, we’re not only helping young professionals grow, but we’re also ensuring that our industry is enriched with bright and innovative individuals for the future” concludes Anthony.
Read more about MGS: https://www.mgs.co.uk/