Derailment site of KiwiRail coal train near Ōtira with damaged railway tracks

TAIC investigates KiwiRail coal train derailment near Ōtira

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A coal train operated by KiwiRail derailed near Ōtira, north of Arthur’s Pass, causing extensive damage to railway infrastructure. This incident has led to a formal investigation by the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC). The investigation aims to determine the causes and prevent future occurrences.

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