Alstom completes production of the first train carbody shell for Santiago Metro Line 7
A total of 37 trains, with five cars each, are being produced at the Taubaté plant in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, announced an important milestone in the production of the trains for Santiago Metro’s Line 7. The first carbody shell (the fundamental building block of a train) has been completed at Alstom’s factory in Taubaté, in the state of São Paulo, Brazil.
A total of 37 trains, each with five cars, will be produced at Alstom’s facility in Taubaté. These trains are part of a contract between Alstom and Metro de Santiago, which includes the supply of the Urbalis CBTC signalling system, a maintenance contract that spans 20 years, 37 Metropolis trains, and a complete, innovative predictive maintenance system for the trains, tracks, and catenary for the Chilean capital’s metro.
“The production of the first carbody shell marks an important milestone among the many to follow in this train manufacturing process. These trains will not only enhance the quality of mobility and transport in Chile by ensuring reliable, safe, and accessible transportation, but will also offer the city of Santiago an efficient and environmentally friendly means of travel for millions of passengers,” says Denis Girault, General Manager of Alstom Chile.
A train designed for the future
Alstom’s Metropolis trains are manufactured from stainless steel and offer both durability – they have a lifespan of over 40 years – and reduced electricity consumption. The trains are 102 meter long and can carry up to 1,250 people.
They are designed to provide a safe and comfortable ride. The cars will feature four wide doors on each side to facilitate users’ entry and exit, spacious corridors, and open walkways between cars to ensure smooth passenger movement within and between carriages. The Santiago Metropolis trains will also be equipped with air conditioning and an advanced passenger information system providing route and station updates, USB charging ports, and a cybersecurity system. This safety network will also include high-resolution cameras and intercoms, allowing users to communicate with the metro’s control centre.
About Santiago Metro
The Santiago Metro currently operates seven lines, comprising 143 stations. This public transport system covers approximately 150 kilometres in the Chilean capital and carries around 2.5 million passengers daily.
Currently under construction, Santiago Metro Line 7 will be 26 kilometres long and will include 19 stations. The line will pass through seven districts: Renca, Cerro Navia, Quinta Normal, Santiago, Providencia, Vitacura, and Las Condes; three of these (Renca, Cerro Navia, and Vitacura) will be served by the Metro network for the first time, benefiting an estimated population of 1.4 million inhabitants. 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 (approximately 80 minutes).
Alstom in Chile
Alstom has been present in Chile for more than 75 years, participating in the country’s infrastructure development, contributing to social progress, and respecting the environment. Its role as the main supplier for the Santiago and Valparaíso metro systems is demonstrated by its comprehensive range of innovative products and services. Economic development has increased the need for urban, interurban, and freight railway infrastructures. Alstom has experience in all three areas and is committed to helping improve quality of life and safety.
With more than 600 employees across 8 centres, Alstom is present in Chile with its metro trains, regional trains, signalling systems, and infrastructure and maintenance services. The company takes part in the country’s main railway projects, including those for Metro de Santiago, EFE Valparaíso, and the State Railways Company (EFE), such as the Alameda-Nos line.
So far, Alstom has supplied Metro de Santiago with the NS74, NS93, AS02, NS04, and NS16 fleets. These will soon be joined by the new AS22 trains for Line 7.
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