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Trenitalia France Orders 19 High-Speed Trains from Hitachi for €2 Billion

From Le Figaro · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Trenitalia France, a subsidiary of Italy's FS Group, has ordered 19 high-speed trains from Japanese manufacturer Hitachi.
  • The deal is valued at approximately two billion euros and will see the trains operate on the French market.
  • These trains will serve routes originating from Paris, including existing lines to Lyon and Marseille, and the planned Paris-London service set to launch in 2029.

Trenitalia France, the French arm of Italian state railway group FS, has announced a significant investment in its high-speed rail capabilities with the purchase of 19 new trains from Japanese manufacturer Hitachi. The substantial order, valued at approximately two billion euros, marks a major expansion for the operator in the French market.

These new high-speed trains are slated to operate on routes originating from Paris. Trenitalia France currently serves key domestic lines such as Paris-Lyon and Paris-Marseille, as well as the international connection to Milan. The acquisition is also strategically timed to support the launch of a new Paris-London service, which the company confirmed is scheduled to commence in 2029.

The deal underscores a growing commitment by Trenitalia to enhance its presence and service offerings within France. By investing in modern, high-speed rolling stock from a renowned manufacturer like Hitachi, the company aims to bolster its competitive position and provide improved travel experiences for passengers on these high-demand corridors.

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Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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