Azienda Trasporti Milanesi, the public transport company of Milan, and Stadler have signed a framework contract for the supply of up to 50 Tramlink trams including the extended warranty of 5 years for each vehicle. In a first call-off, ATM has ordered 14 high-capacity vehicles that will be financed with the PNRR (National Recovery and Resilience Plan) fund. The ordered trams will be delivered before 30 June 2026.
Under the framework agreement, Stadler will deliver up to 25 medium-capacity trams and up to 25 high-capacity trams of Tramlink type.
The medium-capacity Tramlink trams are similar to the tramways to be delivered under the framework agreement signed in 2020 and that Stadler is currently manufacturing. They have three modules and are about 25 m long. ATM has already ordered 60 out of the 80 vehicles covered by this framework agreement. The first unit arrived in Milan on 1 December 2022 and, currently, is performing tests on the city’s tram network.
The high-capacity version of the Tramlink light rail vehicles is based on the above but features five modules and a length of 35 metres. They are bi-directional and have an attractive open interior equipped with two specific areas for wheelchair users. The barrier-free low floor and four doors per side allow passengers to board and alight easily and quickly thus reducing stopping time. In addition, the innovative bogies allow the trams to run smoothly in the narrow curves. This significantly reduces noise to the benefit of passengers and residents.
Particular attention has been paid to the safety of passengers, drivers and pedestrians. The ergonomically designed driver’s cab maximises the driver’s visibility. Additionally, the Tramlink LRVs are equipped with an anti-collision device that can intervene when it detects a potential collision situation with pedestrians, cars or other obstacles. No blind spot cameras guarantee the security throughout the whole vehicle. The excellent dynamics as well as the high levels of safety and comfort improve the travel experience.
ATM is renewing the rolling stock fleet to deliver more comfortable and modern services. In November 2022 the company awarded a EUR 368 million contract to acquire 46 six-car metro trains.
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