FOR RELEASE: June 5, 2001

World leading rail expert to visit Europe

David E. Brann an acknowledged international expert on railway emissions will visit European railway industry representatives to advise on European environmental issues. Mr. Brann works for General Motors' Electro-Motive Division (EMD) one of the world's leading locomotive and engine manufacturers.

Speaking from LaGrange, Illinois Mr. Brann said,

"It has long been acknowledged that rail travel offers a more environmentally friendly mode of transport than road, particularly when it comes to freight transport."

"What I hope to do on this trip to Europe is to share some of my research and findings so that we can make the railway industry even more environmentally friendly. I have no doubt that there will also be lessons that I can take back to the US about developments in European railway technology."

Don Riach, Director of World Wide Sales at EMD added,

"Each country has different certification procedures, but what we have found from our work in over 70 countries is that there are lessons and experiences we can share to enable railways to improve. Ultimately our concern is that the railways are as efficient as possible which means not only passengers and goods traveling from A to B on time, but also that such transport as is used is sustainable and that we protect our environment for the future."

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Scott Garman
scott.garman@emdiesels.com
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