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Nuclear Transport Solutions rail division has launched a new locomotive design at this years Low Carbon Logistics event in Mossend, Scotland.

As part of the programme for COP26, Low Carbon Logistics was developed to celebrate innovation in the rail freight sector and showcase its environmental benefits.

The UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) brings governments, experts and scientists together to accelerate action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.

The new green design for Direct Rail Services (DRS) 68006 showcases the superb environmental benefits of rail freight and how a diesel locomotive is able to significantly reduce its carbon emissions when using HVO fuel.
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Mossend Marshalling Yard: This NTS/DRS Class 68, seen stabled at Mossend, was renamed 'Pride of the North' at Mossend Yard on the 10th November. 68006 was used until last year (2020) on the Fife Circle.
John Yellowlees 09/11/2021

Freight operator Direct Rail Services says it will get stronger and more competitive following the creation of Nuclear Transport Solutions.

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The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has brought together its transport subsidiaries including Direct Rail Services into a single Nuclear Transport Solutions division.
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Ashton Swing Bridge (Preston): Guest Star of the 2017 Ribble Steam Autumn Diesel Gala was DRS 37424, running of course as 37558 Avro Vulcan XH558. The Type 3 operated on both days on most trains topping and tailing with resi ...
Mark Bartlett 30/09/2017


Abington: A DRS light engine movement from Motherwell to Kingmoor passes Abington Up Loop on 26 May. Locos are 68006, 66429 and 68007.
Bill Roberton 26/05/2017


Ardrossan South Beach: DRS 20304+20302 with the 6M22 Hunterston - Sellafield nuclear flasks passing Ardrossan South Beach on 5 June 2013. No 20302 was recently restored to traffic by DRS although the long term future of the ...
Ken Browne 05/06/2013

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