Škoda begins production of new trains for Latvia: when will they hit the routes
Škoda Vagonka has begun the production phase for new battery-powered trains ordered by Latvia. These trains are designed to operate on both electrified and non-electrified routes, with delivery expected to begin in 2028.
Why it matters
The adoption of battery-electric rail technology is a key step in decarbonizing public transportation infrastructure in Europe.
The project for new battery trains for Latvia is moving from the design stage to production. The Czech manufacturer of railway rolling stock, Škoda Vagonka, announced that assembly of the first trains will begin in the spring of next year. The company is currently working on the final design of the trains, which are expected to replace some diesel trains on the non-electrified sections of the Latvian railway in the future.
The article is a straightforward report on industrial manufacturing and infrastructure development.
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