The editorial team of ROLLINGSTOCK Agency has analysed the main market developments of recent years and identified key trends in rolling stock technology in recent times.
International manufacturers continue to place emphasis on further development of energy-saving technologies, weight reduction and automation. Innovations are driven by large orders.
Iran: The national operator RAI has signed memoranda of understanding with two companies that would provide funds for purchases.
Contracts and deals in the freight car market.
Iran: Tehran Wagon Manufacturing has been awarded an internationally valid licence following 18 months of testing of the first seven-car trainset.
Latest contracts and tenders on the freight car market.
Iran: The prototype MP610 diesel engine has been presented during a visit by two Iranian ministers to the Mapna Group’s plant in Fardis.
Iran: On 20 April, a seven-car national train commenced passenger service on the Tehran metro, following certification for compliance with European safety standards, among other regulations.
Iran: The prototype 3 MW MAP30 locomotive was unveiled during a visit by Reza Fatemi Amin, the Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade, to the Mapna Groups, MLC plant in Tehran.
