Hyundai Rotem Targets Warsaw with Major Tram Project Bid

Hyundai Rotem has submitted a bid for Warsaw’s new tram project, signaling its ambition to expand in Europe’s urban rail market and strengthen its position through advanced and cost-effective transport solutions. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The company entered a tender to deliver 160 trams for the Polish capital’s operator. Hyundai Rotem proposed competitive rates, offering single-direction trams at about $6.02 million and bi-directional units at approximately $5.77 million each.

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Czech manufacturer Skoda Transportation also joined the race, quoting prices of $5.81 million and $6.13 million for the respective models. Both firms aim to secure the high-value contract as Warsaw accelerates green mobility efforts.

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Hyundai Rotem’s experience gives it a strong edge. In 2019, it won a $256 million deal to supply 123 trams to Warsaw, a project completed successfully last year. This achievement reinforces its reliability in large-scale infrastructure projects.

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Warsaw plans to modernize its tram fleet to reduce emissions and meet growing demand. European cities are prioritizing sustainable transit, so Hyundai Rotem’s strategy focuses on delivering innovative solutions that match these goals.

If awarded the contract, Hyundai Rotem could further solidify its reputation as a leading supplier in Europe’s rail sector. The decision will shape Warsaw’s next phase of transport modernization and urban mobility growth.

Source: m-en.yna.co.kr

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