CRRC Wins $36.3 Million Deal to Upgrade Guadalajara Light Metro

CRRC, a rolling stock manufacturer based in China, signed a deal for supplying 11 trains for Guadalajara’s light metro, which is part of a larger scheme for modernizing Guadalajara’s public transport system.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Guadalajara Light Metro to Get New Trains From CRRC

This is worth $36.3 million and will cover the manufacture of two-car train sets for operating on Lines 1 and 2, which are both under extensive reconstruction work. The initiative will enhance efficiency in service delivery and passenger capacity.

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Each train is capable of holding 346 commuters, with 46 seats, thus enhancing commuters’ comfort. The design incorporates a speed capacity of up to 80 km/hr with a minimum life span of 30 years, which is required for a modern light metro railway.

Guadalajara light metro improves reliability and connectivity

This CRRC purchase is a significant step in Guadalajara’s process to improve their metropolitan train service. Improved trains will increase passenger satisfaction by providing greater passenger comfort.

Light metro of Guadalajara is another critical element of public transport in this area. The introduction of modern trains will enhance safety and minimize maintenance expenses on the infrastructure.

CRRC is executing such railway projects in different parts of the world. This particular deal in Mexico will enhance CRRC’s global footprint.

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