The shortlisted contractors for the 185km Albury to Illabo project and the 170km Stockinbingal to Parkes project – John Holland, FreightConnect and Martinus Rail – will attend networking
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Construction firms shortlisted for NSW Inland Rail modifications
The Australian Rail Track Corporation has shortlisted three construction firms to deliver the design and construct contract for the Albury to Illabo and Stockinbingal to Parkes (Albury to Parkes) enhancement projects in southern New South Wales.
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METRONET training facility reaches next stop
Construction of a $5.6 million specialist METRONET Trade Training Centre at North Metropolitan TAFE’s Midland campus in Perth has entered a new chapter, with works on the $4.6 million Stage 2 section of the project now underway.
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Word class bidders for SRL tunnelling build
Victoria’s Suburban Rail Loop has attracted interest from global leaders in tunnelling and construction, with submissions received from five world-class bidders to build the twin tunnels for SRL East.
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Systems almost go for Sydenham Station
Sydenham Station in Sydney’s Inner West is one step closer to being ready for metro services, with a new station entrance and a new pedestrian concourse opening to the public in the coming weeks as part of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project.
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Top industry award for Sydney Metro tunnel project
The Sydney Metro City & Southwest Tunnel and Station Excavation (TSE) Works by John Holland, CPB Contractors and Ghella Joint Venture has been announced winner of the 2022 Australian Construction Achievement Award (ACAA) at a major industry event in Sydney.
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Set a date with Rail Safety Conference
There are just five days left to get yourself a ticket to RISSB’s Rail Safety Conference, where participants can engage in strategic discussions concerning the future of rail in the areas of resilience, asset management, risk management, climate change and culture.
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Trans-Australian Railway line repaired
Operations have resumed on the Trans-Australian Railway between Adelaide and Tarcoola following an intensive 24-day repair operation by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC).
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Awards honour outstanding women achievers
Rail Express has partnered with Australian Mining, PACE, Manufacturers’ Monthly, MHD Supply Chain Solutions, Prime Mover, Trailer, Waste Management Review, Roads & Infrastructure Australia and Australian Bulk Handling Review to acknowledge the exceptional women who have achieved success through their invaluable leadership, innovation and commitment to their respective fields.
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Consortia shortlisted for Sydney Metro West project
The New South Wales Government has shortlisted three consortia to deliver the Eastern Tunnelling package for Sydney Metro West project, which includes 3.5 kilometres of twin tunnels under Sydney Harbour between The Bays and the Sydney CBD.
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Mid-February date for full SA track repair
The Australian Rail Track Corporation has advised that full repairs to the flood-damaged rail tracks in South Australia are unlikely to be completed before mid-February.
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UGL takes over Country Rail Network
This week marks a major milestone for New South Wales’ regional rail network as UGL Regional Linx (UGLRL) begins its 10-year tenure as the custodians of Country Regional Network’s (CRN’s) 5500 kilometres of railway infrastructure.
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A history of innovation and technical excellence
Railway signal manufacturer Aldridge recently achieved Authorised Engineering Organisation status with Transport for NSW, recognising its excellence in innovation and engineering.
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Security measures for AusRAIL PLUS
The organisers of AusRAIL PLUS, to be held in Sydney from Feb 28 to March 2, have reiterated a raft of security measures to support a safe, productive and high-quality experience.
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Pakenham project powers ahead
Three more dangerous and congested level crossings in Melbourne’s south-east are set to go – making the Pakenham Line completely level crossing free by 2025 – with a total of 22 level crossings being removed on the line.
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Inland Rail mental health initiative
The Australian Rail Track Corporation’s (ARTC) Inland Rail project has announced a $100,000 partnership with MATES in Construction – a charity established to reduce the high level of suicide among Australian construction workers.
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On track from concept to reality
What began as a humble provider of rail plant maintenance services has evolved into an institution in the Hunter Valley of NSW.
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Bankstown Line upgrade
A $45 million contract has been awarded to a joint venture of John Holland and Laing O’Rourke to start early construction work at Bankstown Station in Sydney.
Construction work will begin immediately
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Construction ‘blitz’ commences for Echuca Line
Trains will be travelling at higher speeds along the Echuca Line before the year’s end, the Victorian government has announced as a major upgrade gets under way.
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Port Botany rail contracts awarded
Two major contracts have been awarded for the construction of the $400 million Port Botany Rail Line Duplication.
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