Alstom-led consortium Gibela has unveiled the final design of the new X’Ttrapolis MEGA commuter train, which will be supplied to Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA).
The move comes after Gibela and PRASA entered into a contract for the supply of 600 trains.
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The finalised design is based on South Africa’s rapid advancement towards increased modernity and technological progress and it will enable the company to begin the production of X’Ttrapolis MEGA commuter trains.
PRASA Group CEO Lucky Montana said: "The project is running at full speed and we have successfully completed the first important milestone."
Alstom’s 3D virtual reality room allows the showcasing and review of all the features and configurations of the train in real-scale 3D imagery.
Using this technology, engineers can examine the train details and view specific parts in their actual size to better judge how components will fit into the final product in the context of the design calculations.
Gibela CEO Marc Granger said: "The PRASA and Gibela project teams worked together with a very positive spirit of collaboration. Thanks to Alstom’s advanced technology, the review was done quickly and efficiently."
The preparatory work has started in the Alstom’s Lapa plant in Brazil, where the first 20 trains will be manufactured.
Image: PRASA and Gibela unveil the finalised design of their new commuter train. Photo: courtesy of Alstom.
