Sydney trams boss apologises for ‘totally unacceptable’ light rail fires
Brian Brennan, CEO of Transdev Australasia, apologized for six light rail fires in Sydney caused by faulty lead acid batteries. Despite the disruptions, he assured passengers it is safe to ride the remaining 52 trams. Transport for NSW is disappointed and has demanded assurances for ongoing fleet reliability amidst the investigations.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 01:29 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 01:30 UTC
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