Poland’s national railway operator PKP Intercity, expanded its partnership by signing a huge contract with Alstom. 6.9 billion zlotys (about 1.6 billion euros)This deal demonstrates the operator’s seriousness in increasing capacity and pushing Poland towards cleaner and faster intercity rail travel. The basis of the agreement is the new generation Coradia Maxcreates train sets.
Coradia Max Trains and Production Base in Poland
Agreement, 42 Coradia Max train setsand includes 30 years of full service maintenance. Additionally, there is an option for 30 additional units if demand and financing continue.
Alstom moved its production center to Poland, especially ChorzówAnd NadarzynMoving it to is a strategic choice. The plant in Chorzów specializes in car body manufacturing and aluminum welding, while Nadarzyn focuses on bogie production for fleets across Europe. This localization consolidates Poland’s capabilities in the railway sector and creates a strong export base for Alstom.
Comfort, Capacity and Connection to Europe
PKP Intercity CEO Janusz Malinowski states that the first train sets will begin to serve major cities such as Warsaw, Gdańsk, Kraków, Wrocław and Łódź within three years.
For every six vehicles Coradia Maxunit combines four double-deck end vehicles and two single-deck intermediate vehicles. More than 550 seat capacityoffers. This nearly doubles the current capacity. For passenger comfort, there are quiet areas, family compartments, a bistro and large bicycle/stroller areas.
accessibilityis prioritized; Step-free boarding from 760 mm platforms and automatic elevators for other heights make the trains fully usable for passengers with reduced mobility.
Alstom to ensure uninterrupted operation of trains HealthHubBy using its platform, it assumes responsibility for predictable maintenance. Additionally, thanks to dual voltage (3 kV/25 kV) equipment, PKP Intercity will be able to expand its services to European countries such as the Czech Republic, facilitating cross-border planning.
