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Slovakia: The six-axle articulated basket car, designated Sdggmrss, has been developed for the transportation of containers and semi-trailers. Its key features is integrated removable baskets that are similar to those used by CargoBeamer technology.
Russia: As stated in the press release, the transaction resulted in Concern Tractor Plants becoming the main shareholder of the plant. In June, the concern assumed control of another TMH’s asset, the steel works in Bezhitsa.
Germany: Alstom and Hamburger Hochbahn (HHA) have entered into a framework contract valued at up to €2.8 bln.
USA: According to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, SEPTA, eight of 18 trolleys, as trams are called locally, are ready for operation. The upgraded trams, named the PCC IIIs, can accommodate 103 passengers, including 40 seated.
Austria: Liebherr-Transportation Systems, a rail system and component manufacturer, has entered into a contract with the Swiss car builder for the delivery of 80 HVAC systems. This represents the first serial order that Liebherr has received for such equipment.
Russia: This message was conveyed by Alexey Teksler, Governor of the Chelyabinsk Region, to Mikhail Mishustin, Russian Prime Minister, at the INNOPROM exhibition.
Russia: This year the Baikal-Amur Mainline saw the introduction of a new 3TE28 mainline diesel locomotive. The vehicle is yet another evidence that TMH adheres to the principles of technological independence that were established over a decade ago.
Brief overview of key events and news in the rail rolling stock markets.
Russia: The obtained TR EAEU 001/2011 certificate of conformity for serial production is valid till June 2029. The train has a design service life of 30 years.