Mr Ralls said he also hoped to open up Bridgnorth's steam works, where volunteer staff repaired historic steam engines, for other heritage lines across the country.

BBC: Bridgnorth station

Wu is the CEO of Ralls, and the Chinese investors are challenging the U.S. action in court, the newspaper said.

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Judge Ralls said the number of injuries and deaths at sea was concerning and that it was an owner's responsibility to ensure the safety of employees.

BBC: Fish