OSE: The stationmaster was put on holiday – What does the announcement say about the near-tragedy – 2024-09-13 12:10:51

In a statement, the OSE confirmed that two trains almost collided between Athens and Agios Anargyro stations.

The announcement in detail:

With reference to an incident that occurred today, September 13, 2024, on the single line section between Athens and Agioi Anargyro stations, the OSE emphasizes the following: At around 09:13, train 1210, bound for the Airport, received a departure signal from Athens station.

While train 1210 was starting to move towards SS Agios Anargyros, it received an order from SKA to start heading towards SS Athens for train 1307 coming from Kiato.

The Athens Station Master and the train driver of 1210, hearing the departure order given by SKA to train 1307, the former contacted SKA via GSM-R, where an order was immediately given to cancel the movement order of train 1307 towards Athens SS, while at the same time, the driver of 1210 communicated via VHF with the driver of 1307 and informed him that he was already moving towards SS Agios Anargyros.

It is emphasized once again that the faithful observance of the provisions of the General Traffic Regulation by all those involved in train traffic, which includes multiple safety valves, is the determining factor for the smooth running of rail traffic. The OSE Management has taken initiatives to further strengthen the training of the staff, in order to prevent individual mistakes. The goal remains the continuous improvement of services, with absolute priority the safety and trust of passengers.