Shorncliffe Line Works

ETCS will be rolled out in several stages starting with the Shorncliffe line where minor construction works are being finalised and system testing is currently underway, with trains operating in test mode on parts of the line. Extensive testing is required and must be completed when revenue service trains are not running.

The project will involve ETCS equipment and technology being fitted to trains, on and alongside rail tracks, and within Queensland Rail’s Rail Management Centre.

You may see an increase in construction personnel along the rail corridor and around stations.

Signalling work & system testing - April 2025

Signalling work & system testing - April 2025

Testing of the new European Train Control System (ETCS) is taking place along the Shorncliffe line and will continue throughout 2025. The system has been installed and is currently being tested along the Shorncliffe line.

Queensland Rail train running on the Shorncliffe line.

Shorncliffe mid-week evening track closures

There will be temporary changes to some evening services on the Shorncliffe line until late 2024 and into 2025. On days that testing is planned between 7:45pm and the last service, trains will not run between Northgate and Shorncliffe stations. Testing is only planned between Monday and Thursday.

workers carrying cables along rail line.

Works Notices

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