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9/30/2021
Brightline and Siemens Mobility yesterday unveiled Brightline's newest trainsets.
In the upcoming days, the newest train will depart the factory on a cross-country trip to West Palm Beach, Florida. There, it will be stationed in preparation for Brightline’s high-speed rail corridor expansion that will connect Orlando to Brightline's current route from Miami to West Palm Beach, Brightline officials said in a news release.
The Venture trainsets consist of two Charger diesel-electric locomotives, one on each end, and four passenger coaches. The Charger diesel-electric locomotives meet the Environmental Protection Agency Tier 4 emissions standard.
The stainless-steel coaches are made with components from more than 160 suppliers across 27 states. They are designed for luxury and comfort, featuring special ergonomic seating, contemporary communication systems and enhanced Wi-Fi. Because of wide aisles, wheelchair storage and fully accessible restrooms, the Venture trainset exceeds ADA requirements.
Construction on Brightline’s forthcoming 170-mile service extension from West Palm Beach to the Orlando International Airport is more than 60% complete and is on track for completion in late 2022, Brightline officials said.