Alstom sold Talent 3 Plus trains to British companies Rock Rail and ABRDN Core Infrastructure. These electric trains will feature the advanced ETCS-2 system, enhancing their efficiency and operational safety. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Alstom sold trains
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Initially, Austrian carrier OBB ordered 46 Talent 3 Plus trains between 2016 and 2018 for their network. However, they canceled the contract in 2021 due to delays in certification processes. In 2022, Alstom sold intellectual property rights for the Talent platform to CAF, but retained the trains.

Alstom Sold Talent 3 Plus Trains to German Operators

Now, these trains will operate on German routes, including Halle – Saalfeld and Stuttgart’s rail hub. German operators Abellio Rail and SWEG will lease three and twenty-eight trains, respectively, for their services.

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The ETCS-2 system will play a key role in modernizing Talent 3 Plus trains, ensuring compliance with new standards. It will improve movement precision, reduce delays, and enhance passenger comfort. British investors emphasize the project’s importance for sustainable transportation development.

Benefits of Talent 3 Plus Trains for Passengers and Operators

For German operators, these trains offer economic advantages by lowering operational costs and improving service quality. During the transition phase, operators will test the control systems on key routes. Successful implementation will strengthen Alstom’s position in the European rail transport market.

This agreement highlights a collaborative partnership among Rock Rail, ABRDN Core Infrastructure, and German operators. The project may set an example for other market players, encouraging innovation and cooperation in railway transportation.

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