Sir William McAlpine

Sir William McAlpine was a British engineer and businessman, known for his role in the construction industry and his passion for trains and railways. He came from a family with a long history in engineering and inherited his father’s company, which specialized in large-scale construction projects. Outside of his business, he was a well-respected collector and enthusiast of vintage steam trains, often preserving and operating historic locomotives. His work helped shape major infrastructure projects, and his enthusiasm for railway heritage contributed to the preservation of historic steam engines.