Transport capacity surges by 20%! CRRC Sifang's new trains arrive in Chile.

According to information obtained from the rail transit exhibition , on January 8th local time, Chilean President Boric visited the site to inspect the new generation of trains on the Limache-Port line , which is about to be put into use, thus "supporting" the upgrade and transformation of this people's commuter line.

As a vital transportation link between the inland and coastal areas of the Valparaiso region, the Limache-Port line experiences immense daily passenger traffic. To address this bottleneck, Chilean National Railways (SNCF) invested US$35 million to purchase five SFE 400 electric multiple units (EMUs) from CRRC Sifang. These new trains, which made a stunning debut last October, are currently undergoing intensive system testing and trial runs, and are expected to be carrying passengers in the first quarter of this year.

This "Made in China" high-speed train is a true commuter's dream – a three-car configuration, approximately 77 meters long, capable of carrying 660 passengers, and boasting a top speed of 140 kilometers per hour. Equipped with air conditioning, dual doors, a passenger information system, and comprehensive safety monitoring equipment, it offers unparalleled comfort and safety. In the early morning of January 7th, the first train arrived at its destination from the San Eugenio depot, with the ATP (Automatic Train Protection) system testing commencing simultaneously. Once operational, the new train will boost peak-hour capacity by 20% and will also support the construction of Valencia station, which is 96% complete.

During his inspection, President Boric stated frankly that railway upgrading is a core transportation policy of his administration. He detailed the achievements of the "Chilean Railway Revitalization Plan": 59 new trains (mostly from CRRC Qingdao Sifang) have been introduced across various regions nationwide, and eight new-generation locomotives have been put into service, completely replacing those "old-fashioned" trains that had exceeded their 60-year service life. Furthermore, the government plans to extend the railway into Quilta Province , directly connecting to La Calera, thus creating a more comprehensive regional transportation network.

Officials from Chilean National Railways, the Ministry of Transport, and the city of Valparaiso also gave the vehicles their approval. They unanimously agreed that these new trains will not only reduce waiting times and crowds for commuters, but will also boost employment, education, and tourism, injecting new vitality into the regional economy.

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