Train on Athens-Thessaloniki route delayed for two hours due to technical issues

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A train that was traveling from Athens to Thessaloniki was immobilized for two hours.
The incident occurred near the Othryos tunnel due to a technical problem.
Over 300 passengers experienced significant delays and inconvenience.
A backup locomotive was dispatched to tow the train to Larissa for engine replacement.

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A train operating the route from Athens to Thessaloniki was immobilized for approximately two hours today due to a technical issue. The incident occurred near the Othrys tunnel, affecting over 300 passengers on board who experienced delays as a result.

To resolve the situation, Hellenic Train scheduled a backup locomotive to reach the stranded train. This secondary engine was tasked with transporting the passengers toward Larissa, where a replacement of the malfunctioning locomotive could be carried out. The company has not yet provided further details regarding the cause of the mechanical failure or the expected timeline for full service restoration.

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