| Much of the pioneering work required in these areas has been done on pilot operations, notably on the Stourbridge Town Branch and in shadow public services on preserved railways, where, over the period 1998-2004, tens of thousands of passengers have been carried in safety and comfort. |
Delivering a vehicle to a line using temporary ramp
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A combination of established and new skills was needed to handle the issues arising where railway and tramway applications merge. These include specification, commissioning with civil and mechanical engineering design, health and safety management, driver training, technical support and passenger information systems, all playing a part in the whole implementing and operating concept.
In addition to the accommodation of heavy and light rail management and culture, the typical model involves many interfaces with bus operations, local bus companies being the most likely source of drivers and managers for new systems. |
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