Amtrak’s Fleet Renewal Plan Will Create More Jobs A
mtrak is implementing the first step in a long-term, comprehensive fleet renewal plan with the purchase of 130 new single-level rail cars to support its long-distance train services. The five-year, $298.1 million plan will create 575 manufacturing jobs and final assembly work. The rail cars will be similar to the popular Viewliner model and will include 25 sleeping cars, 25 diners, 55 baggage cars and 25 baggage / dormitory cars for use primarily on long- distance trains. They will replace and supplement the existing
Amtrak Viewliner Sleeper Car
fleet, improve financial and on-time performance, and foster a more modern, positive image of Amtrak. In addition, Amtrak can begin to retire some of its oldest cars still in service, some of which date back to the 1940s
“This major equipment purchase demonstrates our strong belief in the future of intercity passenger rail in America and Amtrak’s leading role in meeting this critical national
transportation need,” said President and CEO Joseph Boardman. Thomas Carper, chairman of the Amtrak board of directors, added: “We are replacing and renewing our fleet to improve reliability of our operations, to meet passenger expectations for quality service and to be in a better position to handle the growing demand for passenger rail service. Addressing Amtrak’s equipment need is long overdue.” The first year of the multiyear plan will be paid for with $29.8 million from Amtrak’s current revenues which are running above budget estimates due, in part, to record-breaking ridership. Amtrak will seek to fund subsequent years with other sources such as loans or direct congressional appropriations. This equipment purchase is just the first step in Amtrak’s fleet strategy to replace its entire fleet of passenger rail cars and locomotives over the next 30 years. Amtrak also envisions the replacement of many of the electric locomotives used along the Northeast Corridor. “It is our hope that our efforts will help develop jobs and business opportunities, while supporting the growth of domestic rail manufacturing,” added Kevin Marshall, Director, Diversity Initiatives. Log onto
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