A sudden mechanical fault disrupted Sydney Metro during Tuesday’s peak hour, trapping a train near Barangaroo Station and delaying citywide services. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

A sudden mechanical fault disrupted Sydney Metro during Tuesday’s peak hour, trapping a train near Barangaroo Station and delaying citywide services.
The fault had flow-on effects across the network. Picture: Supplied.

The issue started around 4 p.m. when a malfunction in the train’s pantograph—its power connector—stopped the vehicle just outside Barangaroo, part of the $41 billion Sydney Metro project.

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Lights flickered, doors stayed closed, and the train remained immobile for more than 15 minutes. Frustrated passengers took to social media to share their experience.

One commuter posted that lights dimmed as the train neared the station. “Doors opened, then closed—and we’ve been stuck ever since. They said it’s a mechanical problem,” the passenger added.

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Metro personnel manually opened the doors to let passengers out. But the train did not move even after everyone had exited.

According to eyewitness accounts, onboard announcements confirmed ongoing technical problems. Staff on-site acted quickly to evacuate passengers safely.

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The fault impacted other services, causing delays between Sydenham and Barangaroo, and on routes extending to Tallawong.

Sydney Metro officials confirmed only “very limited service” on key lines. A technician was dispatched to repair the fault and restart the train.

They urged passengers to use transport apps and seek alternative options. Updates were issued on station platforms and inside carriages.

Despite efforts to resolve the issue swiftly, many commuters faced prolonged delays. The incident raised concerns about the Metro system’s reliability during peak hours.

By evening, partial services resumed, but the disruption highlighted vulnerabilities in Sydney Metro’s otherwise advanced infrastructure.

Source: www.news.com.au

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