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    • DLR needs to expand its Becton train depot for new trains

    The Docklands Light Railway is seeking permission to expand it’s Becton depot ahead of the arrival of a fleet of new trains due in a few years time.
    Tram and Light Rail News

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    ACCC takes action against NSW Ports

     New South Wales Rail News
    The ACCC has instituted proceedings in the Federal Court against NSW Ports Operations Hold Co Pty Ltd and its subsidiaries Port Botany Operations Pty Ltd and Port Kembla Operations Pty Ltd for making agreements with the State of New South Wales that the ACCC alleges had an anti-competitive purpose and effect.

    Crossrail (Elizabeth Line) - more delay

     UK
    £1.4bn bailout as autumn 2019 launch delayedA £1.4bn bailout has been announced for Crossrail, as Europe's biggest infrastructure project is pushed back beyond its launch date of autumn 2019.

    Victoria to fund The Overland in 2019

     Victorian Rail News
    The government of Victoria is to increase its financial support for The Overland passenger service between Melbourne and Adelaide to ensure that it can continue to run until the end of 2019.

    DATE FOR THE DIARY - Saturday 1st December - South Essex & North Kent

     Bus Transport News
    A small selection of vehicles that may be in use on the day.

    Ahmedabad Metro project in India to undergo trials in January

     Asian Rail News
    Ahmedabad Metro project in the Indian state of Gujarat is set to undergo trials next month as the first train has been shipped from South Korea.

    Caltrain to purchase additional electric rail cars

     USA
    US-based commuter rail service Caltrain has decided to purchase electric multiple units (EMUs) from Stadler to support increasing ridership.

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    STB: Nothing’s the something it does best14 hours ago in USA

    Crossrail might not open until 2020 and costs are up by £2 billion15 hours ago in UK

    ABC: Drivers can’t see out of Queensland Rail’s new trains being delivered from India16 hours ago in Queensland Rail News

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