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Originally Posted by Boreal
It would be interesting to know what state of repair the existing track is at, and if a redundant section could be built to assist with repair and maintenance.
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On CBC Eyeopener the advocate for this project said that they would be building new, dedicated track so they could guarantee the trains run on time. They have an MOU signed with the existing rail like to use their right of way for an additional track. So the big cost savings here isn’t because the track has already been laid out, but because they don’t have to purchase land, demolish buildings, etc.