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Carterton to close two level crossings as Wairarapa Line prepares for faster train services
Victoria and Rhodes Streets will shut to traffic, with safety upgrades supporting future hybrid-electric train operations in 2029.
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Critical rail network upgrades to enable more frequent Auckland rail services by 2026
Major upgrades to Auckland's rail network, set to be completed before the City Rail Link opens in 2026, will reduce journey times, increase train frequency and provide smoother travel across the city.
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New high-tech locomotives unveiled in Christchurch to modernise KiwiRail’s fleet
KiwiRail unveiled its first high-tech DM class locomotives in Christchurch, signalling a major modernisation effort to improve freight efficiency, reduce emissions and support New Zealand’s climate goals.
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KiwiRail report highlights significant environmental benefits from rail freight
KiwiRail's latest report shows that rail transport saved nearly 230,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions in the past year, underscoring its role in reducing New Zealand's overall transport emissions.
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KiwiRail’s new footage highlights urgent need for railway safety awareness
A newly released video of a train collision emphasises the urgent need for heightened awareness and personal responsibility at railway level crossings.
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Co-founding agreement for new trains in Wellington and lower North Island welcomed
Greater Wellington and Horizons regional councils welcome a new co-funding agreement to purchase 18 trains and upgrade infrastructure, doubling peak-time services on the Wairarapa and Manawatū lines.
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KiwiRail announces electrification milestone for Papakura to Pukekohe line
KiwiRail has completed the installation and activation of the final section of overhead electric lines for the Papakura to Pukekohe Electrification project, paving the way for electric trains to commence test runs in July.
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KiwiRail Board Chair David McLean announces retirement
KiwiRail Board Chair David McLean announces his retirement effective July 2024, citing organisational transition and pride in KiwiRail's role in New Zealand's transport and environmental sectors.
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KiwiRail announces major milestones in Auckland’s electric rail expansion
KiwiRail announces successful integration of advanced signalling and energisation of new overhead electric lines, marking substantial progress in Auckland's electric rail expansion.
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KiwiRail’s Wairarapa locomotives adopt low emission technology
KiwiRail's vintage locomotives in Wairarapa have been equipped with low emission engine kits, marking a step forward in sustainable railway operations in New Zealand.
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Stadler and KiwiRail strengthen partnership through locomotive agreements
Stadler and KiwiRail have reinforced their partnership with a new rolling stock agreement, which includes nine extra DM locomotives.
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Global Railway Review Weekly News Roundup
Craig Waters, Editor of Global Railway Review, explores what made the headlines in the rail industry during week 07-11 November 2022.
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KiwiRail Chief Executive Officer joins ARA Board
Peter Reidy, Chief Executive Officer of KiwiRail, will join the ARA Board in late November to support the ARA on key rail freight issues.
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$330 million Auckland rail network rebuild to begin in 2023
KiwiRail will begin a $330 million rail network rebuild across Auckland in early 2023 which will help to future-proof the rail network for decades to come.
