Hyundai Rotem has secured a contract worth KRW 420 billion (approximately USD 300.8 million) to supply 28 three-car automated trainsets for the Taichung Blue Line, in Taiwan. The contract comes under a consortium comprising Alstom, CTCI Corporation, Hyundai Rotem Company and ST Engineering which was awarded a USD 1.4 billion contract to deliver signalling system, power supply system and rolling stock.
The contract includes the delivery of state-of-the-art, fully automated three-car trainsets, each with a passenger capacity of up to 530 people. These metro trains will be built using lightweight aluminum for the car bodies, which will significantly reduce vehicle weight and enhance energy efficiency. The trains will be capable of reaching a maximum operating speed of 80 km/h, ensuring fast and efficient service for daily commuters.
The Taichung Blue Line will span 24.8 km in total length, with an elevated section of approximately 10.3 km and an underground portion of about 14.48 km. The line will include 20 stations in total, consisting of 8 elevated stations and 12 underground stations. Additionally, two base station subsystem main substations will be constructed to support the system’s operation.
The metro line will provide east – west connection and will begin at Taichung Port in the west, passing through key urban areas including Shalu District, Taichung City Government, and Taichung Station, before terminating at the intersection of Jinde Road and Leye Road. Once completed, the Blue Line is expected to alleviate traffic congestion along Taiwan Boulevard, promote the balanced urban development of the Greater Taichung area, and contribute to an integrated and seamless public transportation network.
This project represents a significant step forward in Taichung’s urban mobility strategy. The city is planning to develop a comprehensive metro system comprising four lines, with the Blue Line being the second to be implemented after the Green Line, which began operations in 2020. The new line is anticipated to significantly enhance connectivity and improve the quality of life for residents and commuters alike.
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