Alstom completes production of the first train carbody shell for Santiago Metro Line 7
37 five-car trains are being built in Brazil with stainless steel, advanced technology, and features to improve passenger experience and efficiency.
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Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, announced an important milestone in the production of the trains for Santiago Metro’s Line 7. The first carbody shell (the fundamental building block of a train) has been completed at Alstom’s factory in Taubaté, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
A total of 37 trains, each with five cars, will be produced at Alstom’s facility in Taubaté. These trains are part of a contract between Alstom and Metro de Santiago, which includes the supply of the Urbalis CBTC signalling system, a maintenance contract that spans 20 years, 37 Metropolis trains, and a complete, innovative predictive maintenance system for the trains, tracks, and catenary for the Chilean capital’s metro.
“The production of the first carbody shell marks an important milestone among the many to follow in this train manufacturing process. These trains will not only enhance the quality of mobility and transport in Chile by ensuring reliable, safe, and accessible transportation, but will also offer the city of Santiago an efficient and environmentally friendly means of travel for millions of passengers,” says Denis Girault, General Manager of Alstom Chile.
A train designed for the future
Alstom’s Metropolis trains are manufactured from stainless steel and offer both durability – they have a lifespan of over 40 years – and reduced electricity consumption. The trains are 102 meter long and can carry up to 1,250 people.
They are designed to provide a safe and comfortable ride. The cars will feature four wide doors on each side to facilitate users’ entry and exit, spacious corridors, and open walkways between cars to ensure smooth passenger movement within and between carriages. The Santiago Metropolis trains will also be equipped with air conditioning and an advanced passenger information system providing route and station updates, USB charging ports, and a cybersecurity system. This safety network will also include high-resolution cameras and intercoms, allowing users to communicate with the metro’s control centre.
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