ZSSK Plans to Purchase Up to 40 Contact-Accumulator Trains: New Opportunities for Slovak Rail Transport

Slovak national carrier ZSSK plans to purchase up to 40 contact-accumulator trains, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Currently, the company is conducting preliminary consultations with potential manufacturers.

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These consultations involve technical parameters that need to match the specifications of the Skoda 15Ev3 train model.

Travel on these trains is expected to become more comfortable and efficient.

Updating the rolling stock will improve service quality and increase the reliability of transportation services.

The new trains are anticipated to be equipped with modern technologies to ensure reliable operation under various conditions.

During the preliminary consultations, ZSSK is reviewing different proposals to select the most suitable solution.

These consultations will help determine the final parameters and terms of the contract.

Thus, the company aims to secure the most favorable conditions for acquiring new equipment.

The purchase of contact-accumulator trains will not only allow ZSSK to modernize its fleet but also enhance operational efficiency on the lines.

In the long term, this could contribute to improving transportation service quality and increasing safety levels.

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