The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) and Rail Industry Safety and Standards Board (RISSB) have joined forces to lead a new research project to quantify opportunities to streamline type approvals in the rail industry.
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KiwiRail’s oldest locomotive retires
The replacement of KiwiRail’s oldest diesel shunt locomotive with a modern, zero-emissions equivalent symbolises the transformation going on in KiwiRail.
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Mechatronics transforming rail equipment sector
Even as short as 10 years ago, the industry never envisaged a rail construction consisting of around 300 tonnes being fully controlled via a multi-channel remote handpiece that incorporates not only finite movements of multiple functions, but also a host of failsafe safety features.
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Manco Rail Boom reaches new heights
Manco Rail’s impressive installation at AusRAIL PLUS drew the attention of many rail industry professionals.
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Dig the new Liebherr excavators
Make sure to check out the new generation excavators from Liebherr on display at AusRAIL PLUS.
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Silver Star still shines on
The train carriage known as the Silver Star used to be a common sight in WA’s Pilbara, and still brings back fond memories to those who grew up in the region.
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Four more SDA1s from CRRC
China-based CRRC Corporation shipped four additional second-generation SDA1 locomotives to Australia in January, as part of a supply order between CRRC subsidiary CRRC Ziyang and leading Australian freight service company SCT Logistics.
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Upgraded East Ipswich station in operation
A multi-million dollar upgrade of East Ipswich train station in Brisbane has been officially unveiled, delivering improved access for the community including train customers using mobility aids, seniors and customers with prams or luggage.
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South Australian line still washed out
The Australian Rail Track Corporation expects its network in central South Australia will be out of operation for at least another 12 days.
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Gawler project in final stages
Critical testing is underway on South Australia’s Gawler Rail Line as the vital and long-awaited electrification project enters its final stages.
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