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 system testing and training - April 2026

Signalling system testing and training - April 2026

Ongoing testing of the new European Train Control System (ETCS) and the training of Queensland Rail staff is now taking place along the Shorncliffe line and will continue throughout 2026. To carry out these activities safely and efficiently, we need to temporarily close sections of track, as this work can’t be completed while normal services are running. This means changes to travel and transport services on the Shorncliffe line.

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Shorncliffe mid-week evening track closures

Shorncliffe mid-week evening track closures

There will be temporary changes to some evening services on the Shorncliffe line throughout 2026. 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.

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NGR Test train on the Shorncliffe line.

Testing and Training on the Shorncliffe line - Fact Sheet

The Shorncliffe line was selected as the pilot line for testing and training of ETCS due to lower customer numbers compared to other parts of the rail network, and because it sits outside the mainline and freight corridor.

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workers carrying cables along rail line.

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