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SUMMARY:Learning from the Grange-over-Sands Derailment
DESCRIPTION:Tony Butler\, Inspector of Rail Accidents\, Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB)\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nIn the early morning of 22nd March 2024\, a passenger train travelling at 56 mph derailed on the approach to Grange-over-Sands station between Carnforth and Barrow. The derailment occurred because a void had opened in the embankment on which the train was travelling\, leading to the rails under the train losing support. Nobody was injured\, but significant damage was caused both to the train and the railway infrastructure. \nThis presentation focuses on a key underlying factor in connection with the accident\, namely the absence of effective management of flood water by multiple parties over a significant historical period; this led to a prolonged need to rely on temporary pumping arrangements\, which effectively became permanent. The contributory roles of Victorian infrastructure and increasing rainfall due to climate change are also highlighted\, together with changes in land management practice in the vicinity of the accident site. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. \nTransport will be provided from Carlisle Station main entrance at 16:00\, returning for 18:00 (approximately) after the meeting courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member please book your space if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your CPD portfolio. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/learning-from-the-grange-over-sands-derailment/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260105T164109Z
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SUMMARY:Electrification Between Wigan and Bolton
DESCRIPTION:Mark Cowgill\, Senior Project Manager and Simon Skinner\, Engineering Director\, SPL Powerlines\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nThis presentation will provide an account of the involvement of SPL Powerlines in the £100 million scheme to electrify 6.5 route miles between Wigan and Bolton\, exploring both technical and collaborative aspects. It will include an explanation of the rationale behind the electrification of this key section of the railway and an outline of the scope of works\, together with project requirements. The complexities of project set-up will be explained\, including the contractual framework and the collaborative approaches adopted to overcome challenges. \nThe presentation will also examine the robust quality assurance processes that underpinned delivery and the critical steps leading to successful system entry into service. A unique perspective will be shared on the events of New Year’s Eve\, when the theft of a feeder cable close to the opening date had to be overcome\, underlining the resilience and adaptability of the teams involved. The lessons learned during the project will also be highlighted. \n**PLEASE NOTE THE EARLIER TIME** Meeting in person from 15:00 for a 15:30 start. Light refreshments provided. \nIf you are a PWI member please book your space if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your CPD portfolio. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/electrification-between-wigan-and-bolton/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251111T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251111T180000
DTSTAMP:20251103T165601Z
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SUMMARY:The Construction and Maintenance of Private Sidings
DESCRIPTION:Jamie Kelly\, Programme Manager\, Metro & Rail Projects\, VolkerRail Ltd\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nVolkerRail has existed since 2009 as a leading railway infrastructure contractor for both new line construction and the updating of existing railway infrastructure\, having evolved from Grant Lyon & Co. in the early 1950s. The presentation highlights the firm’s involvement in sidings construction projects for both private and public sector clients\, focusing on the recently completed reinstatement and reconnection of Horton-in-Ribblesdale Quarry siding on the Settle and Carlisle line for Heidelberg Materials. This has included both permanent way and signalling upgrade works\, allowing aggregates to be supplied once again by rail to major construction projects.\nVolkerRail also has significant involvement nationally in the maintenance of siding layouts. Maintenance regimes for the private sidings layouts at Sellafield and BAE Systems in Barrow are featured\, together with regimes at layouts with special characteristics such as the British Steel Scunthorpe very heavy rail system\, where permanent way is exposed to exceptionally heavy loads. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. Light refreshments available. \nIf you are a PWI member\, please book your space if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your CPD portfolio. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/the-construction-and-maintenance-of-private-sidings/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250311T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250311T180000
DTSTAMP:20250219T172803Z
CREATED:20241011T145811Z
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SUMMARY:Trilink: The intelligent renewal of West Coast Main Line North
DESCRIPTION:David Gordon\, Network Rail\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section in-person meeting\n‘We’re only replacing a set of points…’ This presentation will detail the development of the Trilink programme from problem statement through to the specific allocation of funds as part of Network Rail’s control period funding award. Through the programme assets on the West Coast Main Line between Weaver Junction and Carlisle will be renewed ‘intelligently’ using a pragmatic (as opposed to like-for-like) approach\, resulting in better functionality with fewer assets by placing them in the optimum location. Account will be taken of notable changes in the nature of WCML operation since 1974\, in particular the abolition of locomotive-hauled passenger trains and increased length of freight trains. The scope of the renewals fundamentally covers track\, signalling and telecommunications (adoption of European Train Control System (ECTS)) and overhead line electrification assets.\nThe development work has involved the consultation of network customers and a collaborative cross-industry approach; some unexpected elements have emerged in areas which would not have been identified through a single discipline approach. One potential option under consideration is the provision of a loop at Carnforth via the operational platforms\, which would allow through WCML services to call. The generation of infrastructure options through ‘intelligent renewals’ thinking in relation to the Carlisle area will also be demonstrated\, including an invitation to the audience to participate and discuss. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. \nTransport will be provided from Carlisle Station main entrance at 16:00\, returning for 18:00 (approximately) after the meeting courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member\, please book your space if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your CPD portfolio. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/trilink-the-intelligent-renewal-of-west-coast-main-line-north/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250114T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250114T180000
DTSTAMP:20241129T171751Z
CREATED:20241011T143349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T171751Z
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SUMMARY:Improved Management of Infrastructure and Operations Using AI
DESCRIPTION:Tim Flower\, Konux GmbH\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nIn this presentation Tim Flower describes and explains how the application of KONUX software to the UK rail network makes smarter\, data-driven decisions possible.\nKONUX Switch provides predictive maintenance for rail switches. It uses advanced machine learning to monitor the health of these critical assets\, enabling rail operators to reduce delays\, extend the lifespan of infrastructure\, and improve network reliability. \nKONUX Traffic is a decision support solution for rail traffic operators. By utilising train movement data and algorithms based on neural networks\, it helps identify and address bottlenecks\, improve punctuality\, and optimize capacity utilization without adding new infrastructure. In case of disruptions\, the solution offers recovery strategies to minimise network-wide impacts. \nBoth software products maximise the advantages provided by artificial intelligence (AI) and the interconnection of devices networked together in industrial applications (the ‘Industrial Internet of Things’) to optimise the planning of railway operations and railway maintenance\, addressing key challenges in their respective areas. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. \nTransport will be provided from Carlisle Station main entrance at 16:00\, returning for 18:00 (approximately) after the meeting courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member\, please book your space if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your CPD portfolio. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/predictive-analysis-of-sc-renewals-using-artificial-intelligence/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T180000
DTSTAMP:20241030T115324Z
CREATED:20241011T142016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T115324Z
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SUMMARY:The Northumberland Line Project
DESCRIPTION:Roger Glenville\, Programme Manager\, Network Rail\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nThe Northumberland Line project is a scheme which has been promoted under the Restoring Your Railways initiative\, involving the reintroduction of passenger services between Newcastle and Ashington via Blyth onto an existing freight route serving Lynemouth power station. In his capacity as Programme Manager Roger Glenville will explain how this multi-discipline project has been carried out\, including the renewal of plain line track and S&C along the route between Ashington and Northumberland Park\, where interchange with the Nexus Metro network will be available\, and the construction of six new stations and structures along the route with associated resignalling. A feature of the project has been the engagement with communities along the reconstructed length of route\, which will be operated by Northern on opening in December 2024. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. \nTransport will be provided from Carlisle Station main entrance at 16:00\, returning for 18:00 (approximately) after the meeting courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member\, please book your space if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your CPD portfolio. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/the-northumberland-line-project/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240312T180000
DTSTAMP:20240305T161348Z
CREATED:20231016T141713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T161348Z
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SUMMARY:Construction and installation of a WCML Underbridge at Ravenscraig
DESCRIPTION:Graeme McInnes and Craig Robertson\, Story Contracting\nPWI Presidential Visit\, Steven Bell\, President\, PWI\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nSynopsis: The Ravenscraig project\, which involved the casting and subsequent movement of a 5000 tonne underbridge into position on the West Coast Main Line\, was a significant engineering intervention undertaken in 2023. The record-breaking bridge installation was the culmination of years of meticulous planning\, and showcased the collaborative approach between multiple organisations. North Lanarkshire Council funded the scheme in partnership with Scotland’s Railway\, which was delivered by Story Contracting supported by key supply chain partners. \nThe presentation will detail the key elements – from inception through to successful delivery – of a nine day blockade which took place in April 2023. The critical challenges\, and the innovative techniques which were employed to overcome them\, will also be covered. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. \nTransport will be provided from Carlisle Station main entrance at 16:00\, returning for 18:00 (approximately) after the meeting courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member please login before registering if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your PWI CPD portfolio. BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/construction-and-installation-of-wcml-underbridge-at-ravenscraig/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240116T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240116T180000
DTSTAMP:20240109T121119Z
CREATED:20231016T135445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T121119Z
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SUMMARY:The role of the Regional Facilities Manager
DESCRIPTION:Dave Billington\, Network Rail\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nSynopsis: The Supply Chain Operations Directorate of Network Rail\, which operates within its Route Services function\, is responsible for the operation of as many as eleven separate types of depot throughout the UK from the north of Scotland to Cornwall. Dave Billington begins his presentation by explaining the different functions of these depots\, which range from specialised materials supply and manufacturing sites for permanent way and civil engineering tasks through to seasonal stabling depots for maintenance vehicles\, and appraising the current conditions at these sites across the network. From this he goes on to demonstrate the rationale for the creation\, in 2019\, of a national Regional Facilities team with a remit to investigate\, evaluate and implement improvements at these locations\, which were previously overlooked in terms of investment and constitute the workplace for a significant number of members of Network Rail staff; in particular they frequently harbour significant levels of legacy risk. Several examples of relatively small but effective modernisation projects at depot sites are presented\, together with a description of their impact on performance indicators at a local and national level. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. Transport available between railway station and venue\, courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member please login before registering if would like this event to be automatically recorded in your PWI CPD portfolio. BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/the-role-of-the-regional-facilities-manager/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231114T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231114T180000
DTSTAMP:20231108T110028Z
CREATED:20231016T133224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T110028Z
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SUMMARY:Track buckling resistance and the maintainer – How did we get where we are today?
DESCRIPTION:Andy Franklin\, Principal Project Engineer [Track & Lineside] \, Network Rail and Vice President\, PWI\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nSynopsis: In this technical presentation Andy Franklin\, Principal Project Engineer (Track and Lineside)\, reviews both some theory of track buckling resistance and also lessons learned. The focus is on buckles of continuous welded rail (CWR)\, but with recognition that many issues are common to both CWR and jointed track. \nAndy begins by looking at the underlying principles of how track resists buckling\, and continues by exploring some learning from past track buckles\, together with how these lessons have influenced the standards and procedures which we use today. He goes on to consider some common threads in the causes of track buckling. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. Transport available between railway station and venue\, courtesy of Network Rail. \nIf you are a PWI member and would like this event to be automatically recorded in your PWI CPD portfolio\, you will need to register for the event. BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/track-buckling-resistance-and-the-maintainer-how-did-we-get-where-we-are-today/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230328T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230328T180000
DTSTAMP:20230322T155800Z
CREATED:20220927T101231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230322T155800Z
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SUMMARY:Resurrecting Railways: Lessons from two Scottish projects
DESCRIPTION:Peter Heubeck\, Independent Consultant and FPWI\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nSynopsis: A number of closed rail routes have been reopened in Scotland in recent years. Peter Heubeck focuses on the two largest projects completed to date\, highlighting the best practices which were achieved during their reinstatement and also lessons which were learned. The Airdrie to Bathgate reopening has plugged a gap between two existing passenger services to provide an additional electrified route between Glasgow and Edinburgh\, while the reopened Borders Railway between Edinburgh Waverley and Tweedbank has re-established a diesel service on the former Waverley Route between Edinburgh and Carlisle. Peter also reviews the prospects for further extension of the Borders Railway south of Tweedbank to Hawick and beyond. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. Transport from station main entrance at 16:00\, return 18:00 approximately. \nIf you are a PWI member and would like this event to be automatically recorded in your PWI CPD portfolio\, you will need to register for the event. BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/resurrecting-railways-lessons-from-two-scottish-projects/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230117T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230117T180000
DTSTAMP:20230111T121447Z
CREATED:20220927T095951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T121447Z
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SUMMARY:Developments in railway earthworks management
DESCRIPTION:Julian Harms\, Principal Engineer\, (Geotechnics)\, Network Rail\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nSynopsis: Network Rail is rightly expected to set a high standard in the management of its infrastructure\, and the regulatory demands are becoming ever tighter. Maintaining the performance of railway earthworks\, which were built to cost by manual labour more than a century ago\, poses a significant challenge to today’s asset engineers. In this presentation Julian Harms\, Principal Engineer (Geotechnics) at Network Rail Technical Authority\, explores some of the innovations which are being considered to manage safe performance against the backdrop of higher customer expectations\, extreme weather and an asset base well beyond its design life. Following the presentation there will be an opportunity to view a film which follows the process of repairing a landslip on the Settle and Carlisle line in 1988. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. Transport from station main entrance at 16:00\, return 18:00 approximately. \nIf you are a PWI member and would like this event to be automatically recorded in your PWI CPD portfolio\, you will need to register for the event. BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/developments-in-railway-earthworks-management/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221108T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221108T180000
DTSTAMP:20221107T115544Z
CREATED:20220927T093722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T115544Z
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SUMMARY:Next generation cast crossings
DESCRIPTION:Next generation cast crossings: Verified by computer modelling and unique physical testing – Hannah Persson\, Senior Engineer – Crossing Development\, Engineering & Assurance\, Progress Rail and VP Scotland\, PWI\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section in-person meeting\nSynopsis: Progress Rail manufactures switch and crossing (S&C) layouts for use in domestic and international markets. Crossings are safety-critical components and Hannah’s novel work has considered the design and analysis of them. Through extensive first-of-their-kind practical trials and finite element modelling the research has assessed the crossing design\, enabling design modifications to be justified and incorporated into manufactured crossings. This has provided the foundation on which to extend the trials and consider how a crossing is affected\, often adversely\, by track voiding. \nHannah is a Senior Engineer at Progress Rail and PWI Vice President for Scotland. Her presentation provides an overview of Progress Rail\, the fundamentals of how a cast austenitic manganese steel (AMS) crossing is manufactured and the above-mentioned research\, which formed the basis of her PhD. \nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. Transport from station main entrance at 16:00\, return 18:00 approximately. \nIf you are a PWI member and would like this event to be automatically recorded in your PWI CPD portfolio\, you will need to register for the event. BOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/next-generation-cast-crossings/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220308T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220308T180000
DTSTAMP:20220302T131959Z
CREATED:20211207T151307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T131959Z
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SUMMARY:Overhead Line Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Peter Dearman\, Dearman Engineering & PWI Deputy President\nLancaster\, Barrow and Carlisle Section meeting\nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start \nSynopsis: Peter Dearman\, who has been involved with railway electrification in the UK throughout his career\, explains the place of railway electrification in the context of the 21st Century. From the starting point of a historical review of both overhead and conductor rail systems he goes on to review the delivery of schemes proposed in the 1955 Modernisation Plan (including West Coast Main Line) and 1977 Electrification Plan (including East Coast Main Line)\, before focusing on the current progress of Network Rail’s own 2010 National Electrification Plan. \nThere is a particular focus on Network Rail’s response to climate change\, which takes the form of the Traction Decarbonisation Network Strategy. This proposes a near doubling of total electrified route mileage in the UK\, and the associated costs of the strategy are examined. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/overhead-line-electrification/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220118T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220118T180000
DTSTAMP:20220112T090950Z
CREATED:20211206T140306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T090950Z
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SUMMARY:Railways of Namibia: A Comparison with Network Rail
DESCRIPTION:Phil Kirkland\, PWI Vice President\, North of England\nLancaster\, Barrow & Carlisle Section meeting\nMeeting in-person from 16:00 for a 16:30 start. \nSynopsis: In the first part of this presentation Phil Kirkland will look at the PWI as a professional body and outline its structure and function\, together with the individuals involved. He will also look at what it can offer the railway engineering community. \nThe second part of the presentation will look at the railways in Namibia\, comparing and contrasting the activities and standards in operation with those of Network Rail – with a particular focus on safety. TransNamib operates a route network of 2\,883 km in South West Africa at the track gauge of 3 feet 6 inches (1\,067 mm)\, which has recently been augmented through the construction of the Northern Extension. While the focus is primarily on freight services\, passenger services are also operated\, including the luxury train services ‘Desert Express’ and ‘Rovos Rail’. \nBOOK YOUR SPACE HERE
URL:https://www.railei.org/event/railways-of-namibia-a-comparison-with-network-rail/
LOCATION:NR Carlisle\, Upperby Yard\, Tyne Street\, Carlisle\, CA1 2NP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Section Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Phil Benzie":MAILTO:lbc@railei.org
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