A timelapse video of the new Abbey Wood Crossrail station taking shape has been released.
Network Rail began work at Abbey Wood in 2013 to build the new station, renew existing track and build the new Elizabeth line infrastructure.
The work to the existing track is now complete and progress has been made to the station building.
The area of the new concourse, which is now built, measures 1500m2 and is the size of six tennis courts.
Network Rail will now focus efforts on installing the zinc covering of the roof which will sit on top of the wood.
Work to the station building will continue until autumn 2017 when the station building will be complete.
Matthew Steele, Crossrail programme director at Network Rail said: "We are really proud of the progress being made on the new station and railway infrastructure at Abbey Wood.
"Once the Elizabeth line opens in 2018, it will transform journeys for passengers in the area.
"In the meantime I would like to thank local residents and businesses for their patience whilst the construction work is underway."
Matthew White, surface director at Crossrail said: “After so many years designing the new station and preparing for the work, it’s fantastic to see this new, elegant timber roof taking shape.
"The arrival of the Elizabeth line represents a once in a generation opportunity to transform Abbey Wood, helping to create jobs and attract business and investment to the local area.”
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