Modernisation includes refurbishment of rolling stock and the upgrading of track work, signalling and communications systems.

Queensland Rail said it was perfectly positioned to provide project management services, refurbished rolling stock, and training.

Queensland Rail's international division iQR has sold 13 locomotives to Vietnam, as well as providing driver training prior to 2001.

The company has been actively pursuing consulting and project management opportunities in South East Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand.

iQR specialises in the complete design of all aspects of a rail network: planning and management and supervision at all levels on-site; commissioning and quality audits; network and plant maintenance planning; and asset management planning.