This comprehensive report offers a detailed examination of the risks encountered in significant UK infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, Hinkley Point C, Thames Tideway, High Speed 2 (HS2), and the Lower Thames Crossing. Drawing on real-world case studies, it categorises risks across strategic, systemic, environmental, design, construction, financial, and stakeholder management dimensions.
 
Key highlights include:
 
Strategic and Systemic Risks: Analysis of geopolitical tensions, environmental regulations, and macroeconomic pressures affecting project outcomes.
Environmental Challenges: Case studies like the A303 Stonehenge Tunnel project illustrate the complexities of balancing development with heritage preservation.
Project Management Lessons: Insights into governance and stakeholder engagement, with lessons from Crossrail and HS2 addressing communication and integration challenges.
Technology and Innovation: Exploration of advanced technologies like BIM and AI in de-risking projects, alongside challenges in cybersecurity and data management.
 
The report is an invaluable resource for risk managers, policymakers, engineers, and project managers, providing actionable lessons to mitigate risks and optimise outcomes in future infrastructure projects.