Alstom Unveils First Long Distance Train for Tren Maya, Manufactured Locally for Enhanced Comfort and Safety

Alstom has delivered the first long-distance train for the Tren Maya project to the Mexican government and FONATUR/SEDENA. Manufactured in Mexico, these trains will offer enhanced safety, comfort, and modernity, supporting both day and night operations as part of the transformative Tren Maya initiative.

The sleeper cars create an atmosphere of tranquility and intimacy, allowing passengers to enjoy both reclining seats and multi-functional cabins. During the day the cabins provide ideal spaces for working, relaxing, and eating. At night, they become comfortable single bunks.

The Long Distance Train (P’atal) offers a versatile travel experience. In addition to providing seats in preferential and tourist categories, it has a restaurant car and a cafeteria car, allowing travelers to enjoy various dining options along the way.

With the capacity to accommodate 260 passengers, the long-distance train has been designed to offer comfort and accessibility. This train includes 238 standard seats, 4 specific spaces for passengers with reduced mobility, and 18 seats distributed in its 9 cabins. This configuration improves the capacity of the previous standard model by 17%, providing more space and a more inclusive and comfortable experience for all travelers.

To ensure that the train meets all required standards, Alstom has planned a series of extensive tests. These tests include static and dynamic evaluations focusing on key systems such as traction, braking, and passenger information.

This is the first delivery of three long-distance, as part of the total of 42 trains in the fleet that makes up the Tren Maya project (Long Distance P’atal = 3, Standard Xiinbal = 31, Restaurant Janal = 8). These are the first long-distance trains in the country, developed specifically for Tren Maya.

More than 4,500 direct workers have participated in this ambitious project, devoting thousands of hours of work over 1,209 days since the signing of the contract. This joint effort has enabled not only the design and construction of a high-quality train but also the integration of advanced technologies that guarantee the safety and comfort of passengers. "We are creating a milestone in Mexico’s mobility with the Tren Maya, a project that reflects Alstom’s ability to lead the future of transportation," said Maite Ramos, Managing Director of Alstom Mexico.

Source: Alstom Press Releases