WORK is continuing to restore a second track between Dyce and Inverurie on the Aberdeen to Inverness route in Scotland, writes Graham Barron. 

On March 2, vegetation had been cleared from the path of the second track and the ground levelled in preparation for ballasting and track. 

Phase 1 of a programme of major improvements on the route is due to be completed this year, and a further series of engineering blockades is planned between May 4 and August 19, allowing Network Rail to complete redoubling and work to improve line speeds ahead of the new timetable in December. 

allowing Network Rail to complete redoubling and work to improve line speeds ahead of the new timetable in December. 

Enabling works for a planned new station at Kintore, between Dyce and Inverurie, are also underway according to local sources. 

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