At the TRAKO fair, which is taking place until Friday (September 19-22) in Gdansk, Stadler is showcasing its FLIRT electrical multiple unit, developed for Serbian Railways (Srbija Voz).
At the end of 2021, Srbija Voz and Stadler signed an agreement to deliver 18 FLIRT EMUs for use on regional lines throughout Serbia. This was the third contract Stadler signed with Srbia Voz. The first was signed in 2014 for 21 FLIRT trains and a further one in 2021 for three high-speed KISS trains.
A follow-up contract was signed at the end of December 2021 after the previous deliveries of FLIRT and KISS train fleets. Building on Stadler’s success in Serbia, these trains have been well-received, according to the company. The new vehicles will complement the existing fleet of Stadler vehicles operated by Serbian Railways.
The FLIRT EMU for Serbia features a lightweight aluminum structure, meeting the latest TSI and current crashworthiness standards (EN 15227). The vehicle’s design puts the emphasis on low energy consumption and ease of operation. It was built with environmentally friendly materials, including water-based paints and an HVAC coolant.
Vehicles are made up of four units, which are 80.7m long, can accommodate up to 473 passengers, and have 244 seats. It runs at a maximum speed of 160 km/h.
Alongside the Srbija Voz FLIRT, Stadler is also showcasing its new TANGO NF3 tram for Sarajevo, Bosnia, and Herzegovina.
In September 2021, the Ministry of Traffic for Sarajevo Canton and Stadler signed a contract for the delivery of a fleet of state-of-the-art TANGO trams. This is Stadler’s first contract in Bosnia and a major sales success for tram projects in the Balkans region. As such, Stadler is part of the historic development of the tram network.
Furthermore, the delivery of this new-generation tram sees Stadler playing an important role in promoting a sustainable, accessible, and modern public transport system for Sarajevo.
The new tram enhances passenger comfort and is a game-changer for people with reduced mobility, according to Stadler. It reaches a maximum speed of 70km, with noise kept to a minimum. It is also fully compliant with standards and EU regulations.
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