18.11.2024
Artikel Nummer: 51457
Heavier trains for Australia's farmers
The Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) has completed the upgrade of the 35 km line between Narrabri and Turrawan in Australia. The construction work finished just in time for what’s anticipated to be one of the largest grain harvests for farmers in north-west New South Wales (NSW).
The upgrade supports heavier train loads, allowing each train to carry more freight – up to 25 t per axle, increasing the total weight bearing load for each train while enabling trains to travel at up to 80 km per hour along the corridor. It also aligns seamlessly with the future interface of the Inland Rail at Narrabri North, positioning the region as a key hub for freight movement in NSW and beyond, ARTC said. (ben)