Manufacturing of the initial train carbody shell concluded for Santiago Metro Line 7 by our business entity
Santiago, Chile - Alstom, a leading global provider of sustainable mobility solutions, has reached a significant milestone in the production of trains for Santiago Metro Line 7. The first carbody shell of the new trains has been produced at Alstom's factory in Taubaté, São Paulo, Brazil.
The trains, part of Alstom's Metropolis series, are designed to provide a safe, comfortable, and efficient ride for the people of Santiago. Each train will measure 102 meters in length and have the capacity to carry up to 1,250 passengers, making them ideal for the city's growing population.
Key features of the Metropolis trains include stainless steel construction, which ensures durability and reduced energy consumption. The trains will also boast advanced technology, such as air conditioning, advanced passenger information systems, USB charging ports, and a cybersecurity system. To enhance accessibility and comfort for passengers, the trains will feature four wide doors on each side, spacious corridors, and open walkways between cars.
The contract between Alstom and Metro de Santiago also includes the supply of the Urbalis CBTC signalling system, a 20-year maintenance contract, and a predictive maintenance system for the trains, tracks, and catenary. The safety network will include high-resolution cameras and intercoms, allowing users to communicate with the metro's control centre.
With the completion of the first carbody shell, the assembly process for the trains is now underway. A total of 37 trains, each with five cars, are being produced at the Taubaté plant in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Once Line 7 is operational, an estimated population of 1.4 million inhabitants will benefit from the new metro line.
Santiago Metro Line 7, currently under construction, will be 26 kilometres long and include 19 stations. The line will pass through seven districts, including Renca, Cerro Navia, Quinta Normal, Santiago, Providencia, Vitacura, and Las Condes. Three of these districts - Renca, Cerro Navia, and Vitacura - will be served by the metro network for the first time.
Alstom has been present in Chile for over 75 years, contributing to the country's infrastructure development, social progress, and environmental respect. The company's Metropolis trains have a lifespan of over 40 years, ensuring that they will continue to serve the people of Santiago for many years to come.
Once Line 7 is operational, the expected travel time between the future terminal stations is estimated at 37 minutes, representing a 54% reduction in travel time compared to the current bus system. This significant reduction in travel time will undoubtedly improve the quality of life for the millions of people who call Santiago home.
- Alstom's Metropolis trains, part of the production for Santiago Metro Line 7, will showcase smart technology features such as air conditioning, advanced passenger information systems, USB charging ports, and a cybersecurity system.
- The new trains, designed for sustainable mobility, boast stainless steel construction to ensure durability and reduced energy consumption, making them ideal for urban transportation like busier cities in Chile.
- In the manufacturing industry, Alstom's Taubaté factory in São Paulo, Brazil, is currently producing 37 trains, each with five cars, as part of a contract that includes a 20-year maintenance contract and the supply of advanced signalling systems.
- The urban trains, with a capacity to carry up to 1,250 passengers and a lifespan of over 40 years, will provide an efficient, safe, and comfortable ride for Santiago residents, reducing travel time by 54% compared to the current bus system.
- With the construction of Santiago Metro Line 7, new districts such as Renca, Cerro Navia, and Vitacura will be connected to the metro network, financed by Alstom's contribution to Chile's infrastructure development and social progress.
- The smart, energy-efficient, and durable Metropolis trains, combined with Alstom's predictive maintenance system, will ensure sustainable mobility in the finance, automotive, and transportation sectors for many years to come.
