These three major milestones bring the Caltrain Electrification Project closer to passenger service in fall 2024.
The train will be operable on both Caltrain’s electrified service area of the corridor as well as the portion of the corridor from San Jose to Gilroy that does not yet have overhead electrified lines.
The three-day in-person summit will see industry professionals develop and unveil collaborative partnerships and interior innovations that enhance the onboard experience.
The goal of the project is to develop and build a battery-powered two-car-trainset.
The new train cars will serve as the centerpiece of the Caltrain Electrification Project.
The trains will go into service in 2024, and until then, will be tested to ensure they and the infrastructure they will rely upon are in good working order.
All three Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) vehicles are scheduled to undergo extensive testing on SBCTA’s infrastructure upon arrival in San Bernardino County.
The long-term contract includes braking systems for up to 254 railcars with an option for an additional 100 railcars.
The nine-year, fixed-price agreement is the company’s second maintenance contract in the U.S.
This is the first maintenance contract for the company in the U.S.
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