Blue Train derailed at Union Station in Germiston, Gauteng Posted by Taylah Strauss on 8 November 2021 Reports surfaced on Sunday about one of the famous Blue Trains derailing overnight. Thankfully, the train was empty. 19 empty coaches of the train derailed at Union Station in Germiston. This situation is currently being investigated by Transnet Freight Rail (TFR). Transnet stated: ‘This was a staged (unmanned) train with no passengers on board. No injuries were reported on-site.’ Moreover, TFR asserted that while immediate measures would be taken to tend to the crisis at hand, no cancellations would take place, nor will freight operations be impacted. TFR plans to resume normal operations. The Blue train is a renowned luxury train which runs between Pretoria and Cape Town. Pictures: Karin Morrow ALSO READ ‘Sniffer rats’: How rodents could combat the illegal wildlife trade Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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