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Comeng: A History Of Commonwealth Engineering: Volume 4: 19771985
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This Book Continues With The History Of The Australian Company Commonwealth Engineering (Comeng), From 1977 Where The Previous Volume Left Off And Carrying The Story Through To 1985. This Period Of Comeng'S History Was Highly Productive Though Unquestionably Turbulent. One Of The Highlights Of Comeng'S New South Wales Branch Was The Design And Construction Of The Xpt Trains For Australia'S State Rail Authority In The Early 1980S. The Introduction Of The Xpt Trains Represented A Quantum Leap In The Development Of Modern Longdistance Passenger Trains In Australia. The Book Offers An Appreciation Of The Political, Commercial, And Engineering Hurdles That Were Associated With Such A Complex Project. At The Same Time, In Victoria, A Huge Contract For New Electric Multipleunit Suburban Trains Was An Equally Important Milestone It Was For The Introduction Of Modern Commuter Passenger Stock. From The 1960S Onward, Comeng Had Progressively Diversified Into Activities That Were Not Railwaybased. These Included The Manufacture Of Engineering Products And The Sale Under License Of A Wide Range Of Equipment Used In Australia'S Construction, Manufacturing, And Mining Industries. In Addition To Its Wholly Owned Operations, Comeng Had Acquired Substantial Investments In Bradken Consolidated Limited, Union Carriage & Wagon Co. Pty Ltd, And Australian National Industries. Then, In 1982, Comeng Was Suddenly Taken Over By Australian National Industries. This Was A Turning Point In The Company'S Fortunes And Set In Motion Events That Would See The Ultimate Demise Of This Robust And Wellrespected Group Of Australian Manufacturing Companies. Throughout This Period, All The Rolling Stock Plants Were Fully Occupied, Turning Out Passenger Trains, Trams, Light Rail Vehicles, Diesel Railcars, Locomotives, Freight Stock, And A Host Of Other Smaller, But Nonetheless Important, Products.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Comeng: A History of Commonwealth Engineering: Volume 4: 1977-1985'? A: The book focuses on the history of Commonwealth Engineering (Comeng) during the years 1977 to 1985, detailing its significant projects, challenges, and the company's evolution in the Australian engineering sector.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is John Dunn.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Comeng: A History of Commonwealth Engineering: Volume 4: 1977-1985' published? A: The book was published on April 11, 2013.
- Q: What engineering topics are covered in this volume? A: This volume covers the design and construction of the XPT trains, electric multiple-unit suburban trains, and Comeng's diversification into non-railway engineering activities.
- Q: Is there any information about Comeng's financial changes during this period? A: Yes, the book discusses Comeng's acquisition by Australian National Industries in 1982 and the subsequent impact on the company's operations and fortunes.
- Q: What significant projects does the book highlight? A: The book highlights important projects such as the development of XPT trains and the introduction of modern commuter passenger stock in Victoria.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Australian engineering history? A: Yes, this book is highly suitable for readers interested in the history of Australian engineering and the developments within the railway industry.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the political, commercial, and engineering challenges faced by Comeng, as well as the company's influence on modern passenger train development in Australia.