Network Access & Management
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Network Access & Management
QR National Network is responsible for providing, maintaining and managing access to our rail network and associated rail infrastructure. Our rail network totals 2,300 kilometres. Every application for access to our rail network is managed under a detailed process approved by competition regulator, the Queensland Competition Authority.
Rail operators who are accredited by Queensland Transport and have an access agreement with QR Network may access our rail network. Access seekers who have an access agreement with QR Network have access to QR Network's rail network through the use of an accredited rail operator.
Rail operators and other access seekers interested in using the coal rail system network must negotiate most aspects of their proposed operations through Network.
Every application for access is handled under a process set down in the Access Undertaking, which defines the regime for open access to our rail infrastructure. The process is approved by competition regulator, the Queensland Competition Authority and includes requirements and timeframes.
Rail Network Control
QR National operates a state of the art rail network control centre that manages the daily movements of more than 100 trains across the 2,300 kilometre network. This is one of the most complex rail freight networks in Australia.
Rail Maintenance
QR National’s ongoing maintenance program ensures optimised operation and lifecycle of critical railway assets.
Maintenance capabilities include:
- Track inspections and comprehensive condition modeling
- Preventative network maintenance
- Emergency repair, response and recovery
- Integrated maintenance planning on an operational network
Safety Management
QR National’s accredited rail management services ensure the safe and efficient delivery of train control through interfaces with rail operators, mines and ports.
We offer:
- Safety accreditation
- Access regimes
- Network control and rail operations
- Integrated day of operations planning
- Safety investigations and incident management
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