Rio buys WA-made railcars for Pilbara mines

Rio Tinto using Locally Built Iron Ore Rail Cars in Western Australia Rio Tinto using Locally Built Iron Ore Rail Cars in Western Australia

Rio Tinto using Locally Built Iron Ore Rail Cars in Western Australia Rio Tinto is marking a significant leap forward in Australia’s industrial self-reliance, with construction beginning on its first locally produced iron ore rail cars in Western Australia. The mining giant is putting its weight behind domestic manufacturing, investing approximately A$150 million in a move designed to bolster local industry and employment. Strengthening Local Ma…

Rio buys WA-made railcars for Pilbara mines

Allen Newton THE FIRST of 100 locally made iron ore railcar wagons has been built for iron ore giant Rio Tinto’s Pilbara operations. Built by Gemco Rail at its Forrestfield premises in the Perth metropolitan area, the move is part of the state government’s efforts to increase local manufacturing. In the partnership between the government, Rio Tinto, Gemco and CRRC Qiqihar Rolling Stock, Rio Tinto has invested around $150 million to build the rai…