25 Oct 2013: SEQ: Massive Frequency Upgrade for BNE Airtrain Passengers

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Media release 25th October 2013



SEQ: Massive Frequency Upgrade for BNE Airtrain Passengers

RAIL Back On Track (http://backontrack.org) a web based community support group for rail and public transport congratulates  Brisbane's Airtrain doubling services from January 2014 (1).

Robert Dow, Spokesman for RAIL Back On Track said:

"In January 2014, the largest rail service upgrade in Queensland Rail's history will come into effect. Frequency on many lines will be doubled, cutting waiting time in half. We think this is an excellent move that will lead to strong growth in train passengers across the rail network and an opportunity for more people to leave the car at home. There will also be more choice and freedom for travel to and from the Brisbane airport."

"The boosted frequency will also make it easier for transferring passengers to connect with other train services and buses at Roma Street."

Airtrain services will now depart every fifteen minutes during the following periods:

* from 7:30am until 10:30am in the morning peak;
* from 3:00pm until 6:00pm in the afternoon peak;
* and from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, to cater for additional evening demand.

"This is a significant increase in the frequency of trains on the Airport line when compared to the current timetable."

"We hope that all Airtrain services can be Wi-Fi enabled in the future so that a point of difference is set up between Airtrain and competing taxi and shuttle bus operators."

"The largest service upgrade in Queensland Rail's history is a stark contrast to Brisbane City Council's cuts cuts cuts. Despite claiming to be able to deliver a 'better' review than TransLink, BCC was unable to deliver high frequency services to Yeronga, Albany Creek, Morningside, Inala, Enoggera, the entire Centenary Suburbs and the touted 2000 daily express buses down Legacy Way remains only as a forgotten promise."

"We applaud Airtrain on their rail upgrade. The best customer service is frequent train service!

"Catch the train, make the plane!"

Reference:

1. Airtrain announces additional services http://www.airtrain.com.au/additionalservices.php

Contact:

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

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