KinetRailway Solutions has agreed a landmark deal with Tube Investments of India to provide coach carbodies for the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Project in a boost for the expansion of high speed rail in the country. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Kinet Railway Solutions has signed a major agreement with Tube Investments of India to supply coach carbodies for the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Project, reinforcing local capabilities in high-speed rail manufacturing.
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TI India, a company of the Murugappa Group, also contributes know-how in the areas of structural fabrication and precision steel forming. The company has supplied high-performance parts for vital industries such as automotive and heavy industry.

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The collaboration commences with the manufacture of prototype sleeper coaches. ​The two companies seek to create a long term partnership towards developing and expanding the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Project in India.

Strategic Alliance Drives the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Programme

Several Vande Bharat trains are an integral part of Indian Railways’ modern mobility plan. These indigenously designed semi-high speed trains provide enhanced passenger comfort, and will revolutionise long-distance train travel in the country.

Adding sleeper options will only expand route offerings and passenger comfort. And as both companies are keen to innovate, it will marry cutting-edge engineering with

Indian manufacturing muscle.

Mamta Shah, CEO of Urban Infra Group, lauded the partnership. It is a milestone in the making of India’s self-reliant rail ecosystem and an engine for quality, safety and speed in the country’s train building,” she said.

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The entry of TI India in the supply chain will contribute towards making available the localised core components, reducing the import dependence and production ramp up. These wins dovetail with India’s larger Atmanirbhar Bharat aspirations.

Kinet Railway Solutions Ltd Kinet Railway solution’s are Provided from TI India’s established and mature Industrial based Workshops giving customers better Quality Control and faster turn around times. The decision highlights the significance of strong local partners in national transport infrastructure.

Construction of Future Ready Rail Systems in India Indian companies such as Titagarh Wagons Limited, BEML Vande Bharat Sleeper Train will have aesthetic and safety features for passenger comfort and will be energy efficient.

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What is the purpose of the collaboration between Kinet Railway Solutions and TI India?

The cooperation is focused on manufacturing of coach bodies of the Vande Bharat train sets for the large scale project, development of high speed trains and improving upkeep of rail infrastructure in Indian Railways.

How is this partnership important for India’s rail industry?

This partnership fosters self-reliance by localising critical components, minimising dependence on imports and by building long-term capabilities. It is in line with India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision and will help create future ready, world-class rail systems.

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