ASCI Update - June 2026
Extended shut commences
From tomorrow the section of the Midland Railway between Carnamah and Mingenew will be closed until September. The extended closure period is to facilitate the extensive works required to complete the upgrade of this section from 16 to 19 Tonne Axle Load. Please note the Safety Information below regarding rail vehicle movements during the shut.
Arc is partnering with the Public Transport Authority (PTA) to deliver these upgrades, and achieve a more productive and resilient freight rail network for the benefit of WA growers.
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Safety Notice: Track Vehicle MovementsAlthough the ‘shutdown’ means customer trains will not be moving on the network as usual, there will still be significant activity in the area during construction. From a safety point of view, Arc will be using various track machines in the area and therefore, it is vital for road users and pedestrians to remain vigilant near the railway and at level crossings. |
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New ballast wagons in action on ASCIEleven of Arc’s 20 new ballast wagons will soon arrive in the Mid West to support delivery of the Agricultural Supply Chain Improvement (ASCI) project. As part of the scope to increase the Tonne Axle Load (TAL) from 16TAL to 19TAL, 40,000 tonnes of new rock metal ballast will be placed on the existing formation between Carnamah and Mingenew. |
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Yarra Yarra Lake works prepare for ASCI
Arc Infrastructure has recently completed preparations at Yarra Yarra Lake in the Mid West for the upcoming intensive period of work on the Agricultural Supply Chain Improvement (ASCI) Program.
At Yarra Yarra Lake, the unique bridge configuration meant scaffolding and a platform were required to enable sleepers and re-railing to be completed.
With the wet season approaching it was decided the scaffolding and working at height platforms needed to be installed well ahead of the works to avoid installation when the water is at a higher level.
