Newly upgraded platforms at Hillington West station have fully reopened to the public following the completion of a major £2.9 million improvement project.

The work, delivered by Network Rail in partnership with principal contractor AmcoGiffen, involved the demolition and reconstruction of both platforms over six months. The upgrades aim to improve safety and create a more modern, accessible, and welcoming environment for passengers. To minimise disruption, the platforms were rebuilt one at a time, allowing the station to remain partially operational throughout the work.

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Ashley McDonald, scheme project manager for Network Rail Scotland, said the investment is about "future proofing the railway, making sure stations like Hillington West stay in great shape for years to come." He added that passengers will notice a big difference with the platforms looking refreshed.

Phil Campbell, ScotRail's Customer Operations Director, stated that the company is committed to delivering the best possible journey experience for its customers, and this improvement work will deliver long-term benefits for people using the station.

The Hillington West upgrade is one of several platform renewal schemes being delivered across Scotland in 2025, including previous upgrades at Alexandra Parade in Glasgow and Dunkeld and Birnam in Perthshire. Work on platform 2 at Hamilton West in Lanarkshire is also nearing completion. The projects are part of Network Rail's wider programme to modernise infrastructure across the country.