2014 – July – Greaves & Allison – End of the line for linewires at the end of the line

Adam Greaves BE (UTS), AMIRSE Sydney Trains Andrew Allison BE (UWS), AMIRSE Sydney Trains Microlok II computer-based interlockings with coded track circuits have replaced the last two electric train staff sections on the Transport for NSW network, Kiama – Berry and Berry – Bomaderry. Features include interface to a mechanical interlocking at Bomaderry and automatic working through Berry when unattended. While it will take time to confirm the anticipated reliability improvements, improved capacity has already been realised with time savings from elimination of the manual staff exchange. Motorists also benefit with reduced waiting times at level crossings in the vicinity of Berry station. The following describes the project from the design team perspective.