BR spends millions for hi-tech shuttle

Friday, August 31, 2018

Botswana Railways (BR) is investing millions of pula in three high-tech trains which will run as a shuttle service between Gaborone and Lobatse, replacing the existing long haul train operating on the route.

Known as Diesel Mounted Units (DMUs), the shuttle will operate at a top speed of 100 kilometres per hour, compared to the Gaborone-Francistown train’s top speed of 80 kilometres per hour. DMUs are multiple-unit trains powered by onboard diesel engines.

The rail utility has put out an international tender to acquire three DMUs with five cars each, including two for power and three for trailers. BR corporate communications specialist, Sakaiyo Baitshepi told BusinessWeek that this is all about enhancing customer service.

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BR spends millions for hi-tech shuttle

Botswana Railways (BR) is investing millions of pula in three high-tech trains which will run as a shuttle service between Gaborone and Lobatse, replacing the existing long haul train operating on the route.

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