Train Failure on Dutch HSL between Rotterdam and AMS

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Train Failure on Dutch HSL between Rotterdam and AMS - YouTuber driver record.

« on: May 30, 2026, 16:37:55 »

A north bound service failed in April 2026 on the Dutch HSL shortly after leaving Rotterdam on a long distance service. NS and Prorail arranged the use of a rescue train by cancelling another using the rolling stock released to effect passenger rescue by bridge from the failed unit across to the rescue vehicle. The rescue is documented by one of the superb NS Driver YT videographers who was driving the rescuing vehicle.

Remember that the Dutch running side is the opposite to the UK^▸ north of Rotterdam. The HSL being closed to traffic to effect the rescue operation, the rescuing vehicle travelling on the 'wrong side' tracks.

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https://youtu.be/2oL_JqnA8aw?si=wK46ysC9txUYvIej


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