The Railway Reform Authority (ARF) handed over the first five regional electric multiple units produced by the Polish company PESA to state operator CFR Călători. This delivery is part of a large-scale rolling stock modernization project, considered essential for attracting passengers back to rail transport.
The new trains can reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h and will be introduced on the routes Bucharest Nord – Brașov, Bucharest Nord – Constanța, Bucharest Obor – Constanța, and Fetești – Constanța. The initial batch is part of a broader contract providing for the delivery of 62 regional electric multiple units. The project represents one of the most significant investments in rolling stock in recent years and benefits from financing provided through the Modernisation Fund and the state budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum speed of the new PESA electric trains?
The new PESA electric multiple units can reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h.
Which routes will the new PESA trains operate on?
They will be introduced on routes connecting Bucharest Nord to Brașov and Constanța, Bucharest Obor to Constanța, and Fetești to Constanța.
How many total electric trains are included in this project?
The project includes a total of 62 regional electric multiple units, funded by the Modernisation Fund and the Romanian state budget.