Metrorex, the operator of Bucharest’s metro system, is preparing to take a major step towards modernising the capital’s underground transport network. The company is planning to modernise the metro system 12 new trains is preparing to announce a major tender for the purchase.
According to estimates, the total value of this important supply is approximately 200,000 TL, including Value Added Tax (VAT). 1 billion Romanian leu (RON), which is approximately 201,4 million eurosThis investment is of critical importance in terms of renewing the metro fleet and increasing passenger comfort. The new trains to be purchased will replace the old IVA model wagons, which were produced by the local company Astra Vagoane from 1978 to 1992 and have now reached the end of their service life.
Updating of Railway Vehicles Becomes Mandatory in Bucharest
Upgrading rolling stock is a vital necessity to improve the quality of transport services in modern cities. The old IVA model trains in the current fleet of the Bucharest metro no longer meet today’s modern safety and comfort standards. This not only reduces passenger satisfaction but also negatively affects operational efficiency. As a result, Metrorex has decided to launch a tender for the supply of new, modern and safe trains that will meet all current requirements.
Problems with Current Train Deliveries Speed Up Tender
Another factor that has negatively affected the modernization efforts of the Bucharest metro is the delays in the delivery of new trains expected from the Brazilian company Alstom. These disruptions have disrupted the stable and smooth operation of the capital's metro system, making the need for new trains even more urgent. The new tender that Metrorex is preparing to launch will help speed up the process of updating the rolling stock and find a permanent solution to the current supply problem.
New Trains to Improve Passenger Comfort and Operational Performance
With the purchase of 12 new modern trains, a significant increase in passenger comfort is expected in the Bucharest metro. The modern interior design, comfortable seating arrangements and advanced ventilation systems of the new trains will improve the travel experience. In addition, the trains, equipped with new generation safety technologies, will maximize the safety of passengers and personnel.
Another important impact of this investment will be the improved operational performance of the Bucharest metro. The new trains, which are more reliable and easier to maintain, will minimise disruptions due to breakdowns and increase the overall efficiency of the metro network. The new trains are expected to significantly reduce the operational load on existing old stock and make the overall operation of the city’s public transport system smoother.
In conclusion, the launch of a new train tender for the Bucharest metro is considered a vital step towards modernizing the capital’s underground transport network and improving the quality of transport services offered to the city’s residents. This investment will propel the Bucharest metro into the future and contribute significantly to the city’s sustainable transport goals.
