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Posted yesterday in Rail News by bevans
DESPITE speculation that Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) might not proceed with its implementation of an Advanced Train Management System (ATMS) on the interstate network, a further $A 50m ($US 49m) was allocated in last week's Federal Budget to allow the technology to be rolled out on the Port Augusta - Tarcoola line.
ARTC CEO Mr John Fullerton says: "this system is a first for Australia and it's at the cutting edge of rail management systems anywhere in the world."
Posted yesterday in New South Wales Rail News by bevans
Residents will today have the opportunity to comment on three proposed options for a second crossing of Gunnedah's rail line.
The proposals for a new over-bridge include connections with either New Street or Warrabungle Street.
The member for Tamworth, Kevin Anderson, says there's expected to be some impact, whichever proposal is adopted.
Posted yesterday in Western Australian Rail News by bevans
An investigation will be conducted into what caused an iron ore train to derail near Salmon Gums.
The locomotive was headed for Esperance from Kalgoorlie-Boulder when 32 wagons derailed around 7:00 pm on Monday.
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