Positive Traction has launched the UK\u2019s first re-engineered battery powered shunting locomotive \u2013 the 08e. Free from carbon, NOx and particulate emissions the 08e can fulfil day-to-day operating needs as well as meet the demanding ESG requirement of shareholders, customers, employees and neighbouring communities.<\/p>\n
Invited guests from the Railfreight sector & facility operators, UK government & local authorities as well as rolling stock owners, joined Positive Traction for the launch at the world famous Barrow Hill Toundhouse in Derbyshire.<\/p>\n
Alistair Gregory, Director of Positive Traction said: \u201cClass 08 shunting locomotives have been the workhorses of ports, distribution centres and depots across Britain\u2019s railway for over 60 years. As the UK moves towards Net Zero, diesel engines are increasingly unacceptable. To address this challenge, Positive Traction has developed the 08e, a cost-effective battery powered alternative for environmentally friendly facility operations.<\/p>\n
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