Which section of the railway is affected?

The section between Shoufong and Fonglin stations is affected.

What operational changes have been made?

Single-track, bi-directional operations are being used on the eastern main line between Shoufong and Fonglin stations.

How long are the delays expected to be?

Trains are experiencing delays of approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

What is TRA doing to address the situation?

TRA has established an emergency response team, dispatched a maintenance vehicle, and arranged for passengers of the affected train to transfer to another train.

Puyuma Express Pantograph Malfunction Causes Single-Track Operation Between Shoufong and Fonglin Stations

Q: What caused the train delay?

The delay was caused by a pantograph malfunction on the Puyuma Express train (No. 402) on the Hualien-Taitung Line.

Published May 13, 2026 11:43 AM ・ Updated May 17, 2026 10:42 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

A pantograph failure on the Puyuma Express train (No. 402) this morning led to single-track, bi-directional operations between Shoufong and Fonglin stations on the Hualien-Taitung Line starting at 9:45 AM. This disruption is causing delays of approximately 10 to 15 minutes for all trains on both up and down lines. Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) has arranged for passengers of the affected train to transfer to train No. 406 at Fonglin Station.

A pantograph malfunction on the Puyuma Express train (No. 402) occurred at 8:44 AM today at kilometer 30.520 near Fonglin Station on the Hualien-Taitung Line. Due to this power equipment failure, single-track, bi-directional operations using the eastern main line have been implemented between Shoufong and Fonglin stations since 9:45 AM, resulting in delays of about 10 to 15 minutes for all trains on both up and down lines.

Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) has established a Level 1 emergency response team and dispatched a power maintenance vehicle to patrol the affected section. Passengers from the disabled Puyuma Express (No. 402) are being transferred to train No. 406 at Fonglin Station. Train No. 402 will be operated with a separate formation departing from Taitung Station.

TRA is currently managing single-track, bi-directional operations in the Shoufong to Fonglin section, causing trains to travel at reduced speeds and experience delays of approximately 10 to 15 minutes. The emergency response team has been activated, and a power maintenance vehicle is inspecting the line.

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Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
Category: Taiwan

Puyuma Express Pantograph Malfunction Causes Single-Track Operation Between Shoufong and Fonglin Stations

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