6 Oct 2011: SEQ: BNE Airtrain

[ozbob]

Media release 6 Oct 2011

SEQ: BNE Airtrain

RAIL Back On Track (http://backontrack.org) a web based community support group for rail and public transport and an advocate for public transport passengers welcomes today's announcement of increased hours of operation of the Airtrain services to and from Brisbane Airport (1).

Robert Dow, Spokesman for RAIL Back On Track said:

"RAIL Back On Track has long highlighted that the restricted hours of operation of the Airtrain service to and from the Brisbane Airport has disuaded many potential passengers (2).  Extending the services from 8pm to 10pm is a huge improvement."

"This improvement alone will drive a significant patronage increase during the present service period as well as during the proposed extended hours of operation. Overwhelming feedback received over a long period confirms this."

"The fare anomaly that arose when the integrated TransLink fare structure was implemented has also been addressed and we welcome that.  Further innovative fare products will cement Airtrain as the preferred method of travel to and from the airport."

"Catch the train, make the plane!"

References:

1.  7 Sep 2011: SEQ: BNE Airtrain - returns a profit but service can be improved http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=6682.0

2.  5 Nov 2007: Airtrain key to easing congestion on roads to Brisbane Airport http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=289.msg987#msg987

Contact:

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org
RAIL Back On Track http://backontrack.org

[ozbob]

Brisbanetimes --> Airtrain to run until 10pm

[colinw]

Ministerial Media Statement -> click here

Transport and Multicultural Affairs
The Honourable Annastacia Palaszczuk

Thursday, October 06, 2011

Late night Airtrain services announced

Thursday, October 6, 2011

People will be getting more evening trains to and from the Airport from Monday 12 December, in time for the Christmas holidays.

Transport Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk said a new agreement with Airtrain meant services would run until 10pm instead of 8pm.

"People have been asking about whether we could get the trains to run beyond 8pm and, together with Airtrain, I'm pleased to say we've delivered," Ms Palaszczuk said.

"This is great news for people wanting an alternative to go to the Airport.

"Trains will run every half hour from 8pm to 10pm, extending current services by two hours, giving people another eight services a day,

"With more people flying in and out of our great city and using our airports, services are continuing to grow to meet that demand.

"Airtrain is a private company which sets their own fares and service levels, however I'm pleased that we've been able to work together to deliver a range of better outcomes for people.

Airtrain Chairman Mike Pelly welcomed the signing of this agreement.

"This agreement has delivered the best outcome for the residents, tourists and the business community who use Airtrain to travel to Brisbane Airport," Mr Pelly said.

"The increased services will result in Airtrain meeting about 95 per cent of flights into Brisbane Airport and reflects our policy of continually reviewing service requirements.

"The Airtrain is a great way to get to the airport.

"For $15 you can sit back and relax on an easy 25 minute trip between Brisbane Central and the Airport," Mr Pelly said.

Airtrain operations started in May 2001 with a license from Queensland Transport that allowed Airtrain to build, own, operate and transfer (BOOT scheme) the Brisbane Airport rail link for 35 years.

For more information visit www.airtrain.com.au or www.translink.com.au

[#Metro]

What exactly is this agreement? How is the minister involved?

[#Metro]

So... 15 minute "Perth Class" trains next???

[somebody]

So... 15 minute "Perth Class" trains next???

That would be the next priority IMO, especially between the peaks.  People that want around the clock have to realise that there would be no feeder services and uneconomic patronage for Airtrain.  Unless its a government funded project.

[ozbob]

Discussion thread timetables --> http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=4582.msg70383#msg70383

Discussion thread fares --> http://railbotforum.org/mbs/index.php?topic=1304.0

[ozbob]

Twitter

BrisAirtrain Airtrain
by PDScurrah
NEW later services till 10pm...start 12th December 2011!!!
49 minutes ago

[Mozz]

Woohoo - will help me to be able to use public transport to and from the airport !!!

[ozbob]

Sent to all outlets:

Brisbane Airtrain - new services from Dec 12th

Greetings,

Good news that the Airtrain services to Brisbane Airport will be operating through to 10pm from Monday 12th December 2011 (presently last service leaves the Airport at 8pm).

--> http://www.airtrain.com.au/

This matches better the travelling time profile of many and will no doubt drive a significant passenger increase, not only on the new services but during the rest of the  morning, day and evening as well.

We predict that sooner than later services may well be extended to 11pm.

Best wishes
Robert

Robert Dow
Administration
admin@backontrack.org
RAIL Back On Track http://backontrack.org