Brand new purpose built facility, building new trains, more jobs and local opportunities
The Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) is building Queensland’s manufacturing capability, generating jobs and supply opportunities for local businesses.
Located in the Fraser Coast Region, QTMP will develop the region’s historic and proud connection to train manufacturing and provide a legacy for future generations.
Final design now available
The new state-of-the-art train manufacturing facility in Torbanlea will manufacture 65 new six-car passenger trains for the South East Queensland network.
Between December 2023 and March 2024 we asked for feedback on the facility's design and what’s important to the Torbanlea community. Where possible, this feedback has been incorporated into the final design.
Covering a range of professions
An acoustic shed with specialised production zones and equipment
To test the new, modern fleet before it enters the rail network
For the new fleet to connect to the existing rail line
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Operating on the Fraser Coast
Located in the Fraser Coast region and positioned 25km north of Maryborough, the 130-hectare site was chosen for its proximity to the Bruce Highway and North Coast rail line.
The manufacturing facility will be operational in 2026. The modern QTMP fleet will be the most accessible in Queensland, with all 65 six-car trains expected to be in service by 2032.
QTMP is partnering with the Butchulla People, who are the native title holders for the QTMP project area at Torbanlea. Through this partnership QTMP are delivering training and employment for Butchulla people and business opportunities for Butchulla businesses.
Find out more in our Project Update
Community feedback received during consultation from December 2023 to March 2024 informed environmental and visual amenity improvements to the design of the facility.
During peak manufacturing, the facility will support nearly 200 blue-collar and 100 white-collar jobs.
Roles will include boilermakers, electrical and mechanical trades, administration, support services, quality control, and testing.
Primary access to the facility will be via the Bruce Highway, with a secondary access for light vehicles from Ritchie Road.
The facility includes dedicated car parking areas for staff, with additional visitor parking.
Lighting will be required around the clock at the Torbanlea train manufacturing facility, to ensure worker safety and site security.
This has been designed to provide necessary security and safety while minimising light spillage beyond the site boundaries.
Operational noise from the facility is anticipated to be minimal, due to being located away from residential buildings, and within an acoustic shed.
Trains are required to sound their horns as they move around the facility – this is a safety requirement.
Fast facts
TMR would like to thank those community members who participated in the consultation process.
For more project information on what's happening in your region visit www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Projects
Other Queensland Government consultations can also be found at www.getinvolved.qld.gov.au
