Swiss train manufacturer Stadler, TPC (Transports Publics du Chablais) from the company 13 gear trains received the order. $155 million contractaims to make transportation in the Swiss mountain regions more modern and efficient.
New Generation Gear Trains and Their Features
New trains, Inclined up to 230‰ It is designed to operate on railway lines. With rack and pinion gear system on steep slopes These vehicles are working in the city in tram mode This will provide a versatile transportation solution that can be used both in urban and mountainous areas.
- 250 passenger capacity,
- 112 seats,
- Special area for ski equipment,
- Integrated system with ski lifts in tourist areas.
Delivery and Production Process
Trains, At Stadler's factory in Bussnang, Switzerland will be designed and manufactured. Deliveries To be completed by 2028 is planned. With this project, the company Special transportation solutions for challenging routes will further strengthen its expertise in production.
Stadler's Leadership in the Cogwheel Railway Market
Stadler, specialized rail systems stands out as a global leader in its field. The company has made a name for itself in recent years with similar projects:
- 2023: Matterhorn Gotthard Railway 25 ORION electric train a $294 million The contract was signed. These trains On lines with a slope of 181‰ be able to work and To be delivered by 2029.
- 2022: Appenzeller Bahnen, from Stadler He ordered an automatic train for $20 million.This tool It will be put into service on the Rheineck-Walzenhausen line in 2026 ve The world's first fully automatic gear train it will be.
Stadler and the Future of Rail Transport
Innovative solutions developed by the company, modernizing transportation in mountainous regions, making it safer and more efficient. Increasing demand for gear railway technology, Stadler in this area Leading producer It moves to the position of Switzerland. mountain transportation network The company plays a critical role in with solutions that integrate tourism and local transportation shaping the future of rail transport.
