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May 8, 2008 | Posted by: roboblogger

New business express train launched

Full story: Sunday Times

We want to make it a possibility for all South Africans, regardless of their social class, to use Metrorail From Pretoria to Johannesburg in just under an hour is what Metrorail's new Business Express train promises. via Sunday Times

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FancyFace

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Jun 23, 2008
 
The train leaves late 6 is too late it will be bnice if there will be one that leaves at 5:30 or so and come bak at 4:00 or so
African4

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Jun 23, 2008
 

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Let's see for how long can they keep the always omnipotent criminal element at bay.
SMiLeY

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Jul 4, 2008
 
where exactly is the station in centurion? are there safe and reliable shuttle services available from the centurion station to centurion mall?
Desmond

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Jul 10, 2008
 
We need more information regarding the stations that the train stops at....and possible need more convenient times. How do I get from the nearest station to, for instance, Bedfordview?
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Cerberus

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Jul 10, 2008
 
Desmond wrote:
We need more information regarding the stations that the train stops at....and possible need more convenient times. How do I get from the nearest station to, for instance, Bedfordview?
Regards
Er, why dont you just contact Metro Rail with these station / time enquiries.
To get from the nearest station to Bedfordview
a) Drive, if your car has not been stolen.
b) Walk, if you have spare ammunition.
c) Call a Taxi, If you want to live dangerously.
Skollie

Bremen, Germany

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Jul 19, 2008
 
Funny Face ... do you need attention?
BELLA

Parow, South Africa

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Aug 20, 2008
 
When the B/E train was introduced I was so happy especially with parking. Now recently the train is not on time like before, once or twice a week you report late at work or arrive home late. You are now making things worse sending us to the city hall parkign which is far from the station and frightenng because of darkness - no shelters. You are really frustrating us - Please treat us like human beings - you are exposing us to criminals because if you miss 5h45 bus you have to walk to the station. Notify us in time when you make changes - we do not want surprises/frustrations like what happened today. Practice the good things you promised us when u launched the train.
lolo

Rosebank, South Africa

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Aug 21, 2008
 
i was very happy when my FIANCE told me about the Business class train, he was excited too about the punctuality and all, but this days its either he gets to work late or home late. whats happened to the god service.

If they dont improve the service"METRORAIL" they loose customers
lolo

Rosebank, South Africa

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Aug 21, 2008
 
i was very happy when my FIANCE told me about the Business class train, he was excited too about the punctuality and all, but this days its either he gets to work late or home late. what happened to the god service.

If they dont improve the service"METRORAIL" they loose customers
Tumza

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Sep 8, 2008
 
Lets give metrorail a break they are doing all they can to improve the service for you and working all hours to make sure you get to work on time and secondly we need to remeber that the number has grown it started off with a capacity of 530 passengers now its been upgraded to a full full capacity of 750 passengers this is an increase of more than 280 passengers they never expected a huge growth in numbers and secondly because there is a great demand and a waiting list of over 1000 passengers they are building.

Lets be patience and leave room for mistakes that can be rectified. Rember this is a first of its kind in SA but be assured theres more to come.
G Singh

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Feb 3, 2009
 
I have bought a business class from Centurion to Johannesburg and sis not take a parking disk,
WHAT SHOULD I DO?

I have head that you are introducing the second Business Class from Pretoria
when will that start running and
what will the times be.
I need a reply soon.

Thank You

Mrs Singh
kitty scott

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Mar 17, 2009
 
i live in Waterkloof and having been driving to my office in Illovo, Sandton for the last ten months and yes there has been serious traffic queues, however, its NOW truly getting ridiculous. it took me 3hrs to get to work today

i support the new rain system being undertaken and feel the country is doing a fine job Congrats

my request and more than a thousand other people from Pta are requesting another, maybe another train maybe round about 7am from PTA

We are spending THREE HOURS on the road where it normally takes us 45mins. Please listen to the people and we want to be monthlies on that Business Express. Pls dont let us wait until 2011. We just cant do that.

Once again your efforts for wonderful train for us is so appreciated and commendable. But delivery of a short quick fix like a second Business Express could do wonders for business people like myself.

Hoping to hear some action taking place on this matter.
Ruby

London, UK

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Mar 17, 2009
 
Slavemaster wrote:
I hope they make separate sections for whites and blacks on these trains, otherwise few whites and tourists would be willing to travel on them. It's too risky.
Whatever thick Dutchman
Nivnia Singh

Johannesburg, South Africa

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May 14, 2009
 
I have head that you are introducing a second Business Class train running from Pretoria to Jhb
when will that start running and
what will the times be?
how would the shuttle service work then?
PLEASE reply to me via email I need to know.

Thank You

Mrs Singh

“"The voice of reason"”

Since: Apr 09

Hole Maane

ISP: Johannesburg, South Africa

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May 19, 2009
 
There's a Metro us that leaves PTA at 5:50 in the morning to Sandton an leaves Sandton at 61H10.
kitty scott

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Jun 1, 2009
 
Slavemaster wrote:
I hope they make separate sections for whites and blacks on these trains, otherwise few whites and tourists would be willing to travel on them. It's too risky.
I cant believe you wrote something discriminating as you did. i hope people like you never come to our country.
disgusted

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Jun 5, 2009
 
Or you can just stay quietly in your little corner and leave SA for those who want to better the lives for ALL!
You're such a sour loser, get over yourself already!!!
smiles

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Jun 5, 2009
 
BELLA wrote:
When the B/E train was introduced I was so happy especially with parking. Now recently the train is not on time like before, once or twice a week you report late at work or arrive home late. You are now making things worse sending us to the city hall parkign which is far from the station and frightenng because of darkness - no shelters. You are really frustrating us - Please treat us like human beings - you are exposing us to criminals because if you miss 5h45 bus you have to walk to the station. Notify us in time when you make changes - we do not want surprises/frustrations like what happened today. Practice the good things you promised us when u launched the train.
Give them a chance, I know ur frustrated but we're getting there :)
disgusted

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Jun 5, 2009
 
Slavemaster wrote:
I hope they make separate sections for whites and blacks on these trains, otherwise few whites and tourists would be willing to travel on them. It's too risky.
Maybe ur right slavemaster...now that the Blacks are in power, maybe we should indeed have all the Blacks IN the cabins whilst the train DRAGS all you whites with a robe tied onto the train for some kilometres and see how that works out!!!!!!

U should be ashamed of yourself. get a life!
Jay

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Aug 3, 2009
 
Slavemaster wrote:
I hope they make separate sections for whites and blacks on these trains, otherwise few whites and tourists would be willing to travel on them. It's too risky.
I started using the train this month and I was surprised at the number of whites using it. On the other hand it's no surprise considering how impressive the service was. Every little detail was thought through and executed beautifully. I understand your concerns and the potential risk involved but rest assured, white people are more than ok with using the train.
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