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Greece: The five-car unit arrived at Sepolia depot in May and is now undergoing a programme of static and dynamic testing ahead of its planned entry into service on Line 1 in July. Three further trains are expected to be delivered by December.
EU: According to the contract signed with one of the EU’s leading lessors, the Bogie IQ gateways will be mounted on the bogies of all new wagons.
Romania, Greece: Two major projects in this direction have been announced recently in EU countries.
Recent deals and tenders in the passenger rolling stock market.
EU: Austrian Transport Minister Peter Hanke announced that the relevant initiative would be submitted to the European Commission before the end of the year.
EU: Michael Peter, head of Siemens Mobility, has stated this position to the Rynek Kalejowy, Polish news agency.
EU: The European Rail Supply Industry Association (UNIFE) has called on the European Commission to make several amendments to the public procurement rules.
International manufacturers continue to place emphasis on further development of energy-saving technologies, weight reduction and automation. Innovations are driven by large orders.
Greece: A fleet of 18 four-car Hitachi Rail trains has started commercial service on a 9.6 km line in Thessaloniki.