Railtrack goes from train chaos to financial crisis

Article Abstract:

The financial challenges facing Railtrack are discussed. The importance of the company retaining its single A rating is highlighted.

Finance

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Tracked down at last: someone who is prepared to try to make the trains run on time

Article Abstract:

New Railtrack Chmn John Robinson is profiled. This is regarded as a very challenging job, and it has taken Railtrack some time to find somebody willing to take it on.

Officials and employees, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Robinson, John

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Catastrophe came after company took its eye off the track

Article Abstract:

The reasons behind the collapse of Railtrack are discussed. It is clear that the company was very badly managed, leading to two very serious incidents in which people died. Top managers were inexperienced and there was very rapid turnover.

Management

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