The Anonymous Widower

Positive Traction Launches 08e – “The Future Of Sustainable Depot Operations”

The title of this post is the same as this article on Rail UK.

This is the first two paragraphs.

Positive Traction has launched the UK’s first re-engineered battery powered shunting locomotive – the 08e.

Free from carbon, NOx and particulate emissions the 08e can fulfil day-to-day operating needs as well as meet the demanding ESG requirement of shareholders, customers, employees and neighbouring communities.

Note.

1. 996 Class 08 locomotives were originally produced between 1952 and 1962.
2. Around a hundred are still in use on the UK rail network.
3. This page on the Positive Traction web site, gives more details.

This could be a sensible use of technology, that carves itself a profitable niche market.

October 23, 2023 - Posted by AnonW | Transport/Travel | Battery-Electric Locomotives, Class 08 Locomotive, Class 08e Locomotive, Decarbonisation, Engineering, Positive Traction, Shunting Locomotive