Apologies if it has already been posted, but it looks like DRS are splashing out on some new traction
Direct Rail Services invests in new diesel locomotives
Direct Rail Services invests in new diesel locomotives
Apologies if it has already been posted, but it looks like DRS are splashing out on some new traction
Direct Rail Services invests in new diesel locomotives
And if you read the link this is the main reason why!!!!
The locos will feature the latest emission standards and set new standards for driver environment.
Emission standards are being tightened I think in 2015/6 and all UK loco's inc 67's will either have to be scrapped or be upgraded to the new emission standards. Forward thinking from DRS I think
I'm fairly sure emission standards apply to new build and are not retrospective.
I believe you are right, it would be financial suicide for most companies to continually upgrade their fleet to meet every new EU draconian directive.
Ive also been told that the crash worthiness of the 66s have been brought into question too as they hold up too well against passenger stock.
And if you read the link this is the main reason why!!!!
The locos will feature the latest emission standards and set new standards for driver environment.
Emission standards are being tightened I think in 2015/6 and all UK loco's inc 67's will either have to be scrapped or be upgraded to the new emission standards. Forward thinking from DRS I think