pmb
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This is a thread devoted to rail freight flows in the UK.
Surprisingly, there doesn't seem to be a thread on here devoted solely to rail freight flows. Apologies if there is, but I can't find one! The idea of this thread is that members can give information on new flows, if a flow has ceased, if a FOC's contract for a flow has been renewed, etc. Where possible, details of service frequency would also be useful, and also a link to the page where the info was found.
Please can I just ask that mere speculation is avoided! Several times I've read optimistic speculation regarding new rail freight business which has come to nothing . I think this thread will be much more useful if facts or well - informed speculation only are posted. Thanks!
For a starter, this post appeared on GBRf's fb page on 27th September:
''We were delighted to commence a new service for #AggregateIndustriesUK this week, delivering track ballast from the Isle of Grain for London Underground's Integrated Track Team.
The materials had been serviced by road for over a year.''
From the photos it appears the first train was hauled by 66707.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/GBRailfreight
Surprisingly, there doesn't seem to be a thread on here devoted solely to rail freight flows. Apologies if there is, but I can't find one! The idea of this thread is that members can give information on new flows, if a flow has ceased, if a FOC's contract for a flow has been renewed, etc. Where possible, details of service frequency would also be useful, and also a link to the page where the info was found.
Please can I just ask that mere speculation is avoided! Several times I've read optimistic speculation regarding new rail freight business which has come to nothing . I think this thread will be much more useful if facts or well - informed speculation only are posted. Thanks!
For a starter, this post appeared on GBRf's fb page on 27th September:
''We were delighted to commence a new service for #AggregateIndustriesUK this week, delivering track ballast from the Isle of Grain for London Underground's Integrated Track Team.
The materials had been serviced by road for over a year.''
From the photos it appears the first train was hauled by 66707.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/GBRailfreight