Betuweroute Double-Track Freight Line, Netherlands
Key Data:
Length
160km (100 miles)
Operator
KeyRail B.V.
Cost
€4.7bn
Opened (partial)
June 2007
Max. line speed
120km/h (75mph)
Power supply
25kV ac overhead
Max. axle load
25t
Capacity
Ten trains per hour per direction
Number of tunnels
5
Combined length of tunnels
18km
Number of bridges / viaducts
130
Combined length of bridges / viaducts
12km
Signalling / communications system
ERTMS/ETCS LEVEL 2
Special Characteristics:
Dedicated freight line for movement of freight from ports to across Europe
Much delayed project opened in 2007
25kV AC supply to allow heavier trains and improved acceleration
Environmental measures have not fully satisfied environmental lobby
Initial opening with diesel power and restricted access
