The Mexico City Metro Line 1, refurbished by a Chinese company, is back in operation, marking a significant milestone in Sino-Mexican relations, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The Mexico City Metro Line, renovated by a Chinese company, has commenced operation.

The renovation, undertaken by CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive Co, is the first overseas “system +” project for the company.

The shipment of grains to Slovakia and Hungary significantly decreased in October

It includes investment, new vehicle manufacturing, and comprehensive modernization of car communication signal systems, electromechanical systems, and whole system maintenance, with a service period of up to 19 years.

The newly upgraded line features rubber wheel technology, reducing noise and energy consumption while adapting to local terrain conditions.

This innovation is expected to decrease travel and waiting times and reduce train failures significantly.

A UN report on 2023 Public-Private Partnerships predicts a 35 percent increase in transport capacity and a 35 percent decrease in energy use.

The new metro cars, developed by Chinese enterprises, boast a 9-knot formation, a maximum operating speed of 80 kilometers per hour, and a passenger capacity of up to 2,252 people.

Reconstruction of the Riedbahn Railway in Germany

The project has not only improved transportation in Mexico City but has also had positive economic effects.

It generated thousands of jobs during both construction and service stages, and CRRC ZELC’s Mexico branch has developed local suppliers, promoted local employment, and achieved a production capacity of 15 carriages per month at its Queretaro Plant.

With the successful renovation and operation of the Mexico City Metro Line 1, the project stands as a testament to international cooperation and the enhancement of public transportation infrastructure.

Photo/source: Xinhua/Chen Zeguo/globaltimes

Rail business, industry, and railway technology news from Railway Supply that you might have missed:

Austria is increasing its investments in railway infrastructure

Find the latest news of the railway industry in Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union and the rest of the world on our page on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, read Railway Supply magazine online.

Place your ads on webportal and in Railway Supply magazine. Detailed information is in Railway Supply media kit