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Rails in Wales 2001. Class 37s on iron ore at STJ

Channel: Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
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Early in May 2001 there were problems at Port Talbot with iron ore imports through their dock. Consequently Llanwern had to quickly establish a supply of its iron ore from Immingham and over a couple of days in May 2001 Nick and I went across to Severn Tunnel Junction to catch the movements of the iron ore. The longest wait was for the double headed 37s returning to Llanwern, over 700 minutes late! Also a clip at BTM of a new pipe train
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This video captures rail movements related to iron ore transportation in Wales during May 2001. It includes footage of Class 37 and Class 66 locomotives operating at Severn Tunnel Junction and Ore, with mention of a double-headed 37 returning to Llanwern after significant delays. The description notes a new pipe train observed at Temple. The video provides insight into temporary rail operations during a disruption in iron ore supply routes.

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  • Platform ID oxv8Yju2UV4
  • Views 1,440
  • Date published 19 Mar 2026 08:43
  • Date added 15 Jun 2026 15:16
  • Recorded 5 May 2001
  • Locomotives 5
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