A sustainable approach to re-engineer locomotives - the Positive Traction 08e
About
Positive Traction has developed a sustainable approach to re-engineer older locomotives combining modern technologies with proven mechanical systems that are able to deliver cost effective solutions.
The concept has been applied to Class 08 shunting locomotives, a design that emerged over 70 years ago. The result is a battery electric locomotive that delivers enhanced technical and economic performance.
Positive Traction will share insights on how their approach to managing obsolescence by a combination of adapting existing equipment and combining innovative technology to deliver the 08e battery electric locomotive, a design that has entered service and has the potential to offer further sustainable traction solutions.
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Continuing Professional Development
This event can contribute towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours as part of the IET's CPD monitoring scheme.
10 Nov 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Organiser
- East Midlands Local Network
Further Information
For any questions about the event, please contact David.Phillips@ietvolunteer.org
Speakers
Paul Riley
Technical Director - Positive Traction
Programme
18:00-19:30 Presentation, Q&A and networking