JSW signs agreement with SW Railway for specialized wagons

20 Oct 2023 CW Team

South Western Railway (SWR) and JSW Minerals Rail Logistics Pvt Ltd have formally entered into an agreement for rail cargo transportation, as of October 17. This agreement, conducted under the purview of the General Purpose Wagon Investment Scheme, will involve the use of seven specialized hopper wagons designed for the loading and unloading of iron ore.

The agreement, signed on October 17, outlines the partnership between SWR and ISW for the operation of seven BOBSNS hopper wagons. These specialized wagons are equipped with a side discharge arrangement tailored for the efficient loading and unloading of iron ore, facilitating transport from the Mineral Enterprises Ltd Siding located at Sasalu and Swamihalli to the JSW steel plant at Toranagallu.

This collaboration signifies a noteworthy milestone for SWR as it marks the first agreement of its kind within the South Western Railway network. The seven hopper wagons are manufactured by Titagarh Rail System Limited, Kolkata, and the initial rake is anticipated to become operational by April 2024, according to the statement released.

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