Kinki Sharyo to Assemble Metro Trains for Los Angeles

Between 2026 and 2030, Kinki Sharyo will complete the final assembly of 91 metro trains for Los Angeles at its facility in Palmdale, working in partnership with Hyundai Rotem, which secured a major U.S. contract. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

In early 2024, South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem signed an agreement with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) to supply up to 232 railcars. It was the company’s largest order to date in the U.S. market.

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The HR5000 model will be used for the two-car trainsets designed for the city’s metro system. The metro trains will be customized to fit the L.A. infrastructure and meet LACMTA’s operational standards.

Metro train assembly involving two manufacturers

Hyundai Rotem will handle the delivery of components and perform initial assembly, while Kinki Sharyo will oversee the final integration, testing, and certification. This approach supports job creation in California and meets local content requirements.

In addition, both companies will ensure the new trainsets comply with U.S. safety, environmental, and performance standards, including energy efficiency and modern control systems.

Metro train production to strengthen U.S. manufacturing

Foreign interest in U.S. transit projects is rising, driven by substantial government investments in infrastructure upgrades. Such contracts stimulate local industry and create economic opportunities.

By joining forces, Hyundai Rotem and Kinki Sharyo will deliver state-of-the-art, reliable metro trains for Los Angeles. The project will enhance passenger experience and reinforce public trust in urban transit systems.

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