Freight train derailment disrupts Sheffield services

摘要

Sixteen wagons forming Freightliner's 0213 Hope-Dewsbury train derailed in Sheffield station's northern throat in the early hours of November 11. Hauled by a Class 66/6, the train derailed at around 0245 as it passed Platform 1. Nobody was hurt in the accident, which resulted in one of the PCA cement tanks landing on its side. That morning's peak service was badly disrupted, as five of the station's eight platforms were blocked. Network Rail said there had also been significant damage to signalling and points. As this issue of RAIL went to press, the Rail Accident Investigation Branch was attending the site to gather information ahead of carrying out a preliminary investigation. Office of Rail and Road inspectors also attended the scene.