The tamper at the accident site. Photo: TAIC
Tamper machine derailment, Purewa Tunnel, Auckland, 9 October 2023
Status
Current
Occurrence Date
Jurisdiction
NZ
The circumstances reported to date are that at about 0025 hours on 9 October 2023, a tamper vehicle derailed on the North Island Main Trunk Line near Glen Innes, Auckland. The tamper group were travelling to a work site when they entered Purewa Tunnel where rail had been removed and the first tamper machine derailed, with no injuries reported.
(A tamper is a specialist rail machine that adjusts track alignment by lifting the track and compacting the ballast underneath the sleepers to hold the track in place. It helps create a smoother ride for passengers and freight.)
[As initially reported. Subject to change. Not official Findings].
(A tamper is a specialist rail machine that adjusts track alignment by lifting the track and compacting the ballast underneath the sleepers to hold the track in place. It helps create a smoother ride for passengers and freight.)
[As initially reported. Subject to change. Not official Findings].