The truth behind a derailed Wellington freight train has come to light
The truth behind a derailed Wellington freight train has come to light
18 February 2021
The train was travelling to Palmerston North in July 2019,s when one of the 15 wagons detached.
Nobody was injured, but it caused extensive track damage - and meant a 21 hour delay for passengers at Wellington Station.
A Transport Accident Investigation Commission report has found multiple causes, including track faults found in routine inspections, but never repaired.
The report recommended KiwiRail implement more carefully planned maintenance.
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