Australian rail manufacturers to get government assistance

Australian rail manufacturers will be supported by a Federal Government partnership to develop a Rail Manufacturing Technology Roadmap.

The scheme was recently announced by Innovation Minister Senator Kim Carr. 

“The roadmap will build a vision for the rail industry and provide direction for the next 30 years. It will identify pathways and areas for industry focus and investment, boosting capability and encouraging innovation,” Senator Carr said.

“Australia’s rail industry extends from signalling, communications and track to rail components and building and maintaining rolling stock. I am delighted that all of these areas have come together for the first time to work on this important project,” he said.

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