The New York MTA commuter railcar order will deliver 316 new trains by 2032 to modernize the LIRR and Metro-North and replace outdated units across the metro region. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Photo: MTA

Valued at $1.3 billion, the contract assigns 160 cars to LIRR and 156 to Metro-North. Alstom will manufacture the trains in New York State, creating hundreds of local jobs.

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Initial pilot cars are expected in 2029. Full fleet delivery will continue through 2032, gradually replacing M-3 models that have exceeded their service lifespan.

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The new M-9A cars are based on Alstom’s M-9 platform. Riders will benefit from USB charging ports, wider windows, and improved restroom accessibility for a better passenger experience.

Photo: MTA

Trains will run on electrified lines, including the Harlem, Hudson, and Long Island corridors. This order marks the first phase of a larger MTA program to add nearly 2,000 railcars under its capital plan.

Tim Mulligan, MTA’s Rolling Stock Program Chief, said the strategy focuses on proven design and speed. “We’re delivering faster, smarter, and more cost-effectively,” he stated.

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Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized the project’s impact on daily riders. “New Yorkers deserve modern, reliable transit,” she said. “These new railcars are key to maintaining high service standards.”

A major railcar order from New York City’s MTA will expand Alstom’s Hornell operations and strengthen the U.S. rail manufacturing sector through job creation and infrastructure investment.
Alstom’s new facility in Hornell will be manufacturing 316 railcars for the Metropolitan Transit Authority. (Rendering by MTA)

MTA Chair Janno Lieber added, “This order sets the tone for a $10.9 billion investment in New York’s rail future. With 316 cars secured, we’re building momentum for lasting improvements.”

This procurement aligns with New York’s long-term commitment to transit upgrades, expanded capacity, and high-performance commuter rail across the state’s busiest transportation corridors.

Source: railway-news.com

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