JR Central to Purchase 17 New Shinkansen N700S Trains: Deliveries to Begin in 2026

The Japanese railway company JR Central continues to expand its fleet of high-speed trains by announcing the acquisition of an additional 17 Shinkansen N700S trainsets, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

This new order underscores the company’s strategic focus on modernizing and expanding its fleet to maintain high standards of transport services.

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Deliveries are planned to take place from 2026 to 2028.

The N700S model represents an enhanced version of the famous Japanese Shinkansen.

Trains in this series are known for their increased safety, comfort, and energy efficiency.

The sixteen-car electric trains N700S are manufactured through a collaboration between Hitachi and Nippon Sharyo, companies well-established in the production of high-tech railway equipment.

Previously, JR Central placed a significant order for 59 such trains.

Over 40 of these are already in operation, providing reliable and fast connections on key routes across the country.

The commissioning of the new trainsets will further increase the capacity of the railway network and improve the quality of transportation.

Thus, JR Central continues to integrate the latest technologies into its infrastructure, prioritizing high standards of safety and comfort for passengers.

The steady expansion of the high-speed train fleet reflects the company’s long-term strategy to maintain and develop Japan’s transportation system at a global level.

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