Introduction
Disposal of railway assets is carried out based on through evaluation to ensure safety, efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Assets are disposed of when they are :
Unsafe for use
Failing to meet the required service or functionality standards
Incur operational or maintenance costs that are not economical
No longer required for new development
Not fulfilling design and legal purposes
The method of disposal is determined based on the classification and type of asset, as specified in the Government's Management of Immovable Assets of Procedure.
Method of Disposal
Disposal by demolition or destruction
Disposal by sale
Disposal by donation or contribution
Disposal activities are crucial in helping the Government/RAC reduce maintainance costs for assets that are no longer economical, while ensuring that government assets are managed more efficiently and effectively.
Examples of disposed railway assets include:
Old buildings and structures
Used railway tracks of Grade B and below
Used wooden and concrete sleepers
Used track equipment