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Extending Railway Lifespan Through Strategic Maintenance Planning.

Andrew Clothier

Founder, AC Railway Engineering Consulting (Pty) Ltd.

Railway Maintenance Strategies.

ACRE recognises that maintenance is not a post-project consideration but an integral component of railway system design and feasibility. Our maintenance services incorporate:

  • Comprehensive trackwork and infrastructure condition assessments
  • Development of tailored maintenance strategies and schedules
  • Resource planning and management for maintenance operations
  • Regulatory compliance with Transnet, PRASA, and Rail Safety Regulator (RSR) requirements

Through our strategic partnership with a leading railway contractor, we enhance our maintenance offerings with:

  • Regular infrastructure condition monitoring
  • Development of comprehensive maintenance plans
  • Periodic or continuous maintenance support
  • Mechanised maintenance operations
  • Emergency response protocols
  • Quality assurance systems
  • Stakeholder and regulatory liaison

Our maintenance approach extends the operational life of railway assets while optimising performance and minimising lifecycle costs.