The presentation of Flirt 3 trains took place at the railway stations in Olsztyn and Kielce. All visitors were able to tour the train, sit in the driver’s seat, and see what the train manager’s compartment looks like. Numerous attractions, contests, games, and gifts awaited the youngest visitors.
PKP Intercity is currently conducting the largest rolling stock modernization and procurement project in the company’s history. One of its elements is the purchase of 20 FLIRT 3 Electric Multiple Units (EMUs). The new trains, manufactured by the Stadler-NEWAG consortium, will be adapted for an operational speed of 160 km/h. The contract with the manufacturer also includes maintenance of the trains for a minimum of 15 years. Each vehicle will consist of air-conditioned, open-plan passenger areas with a total of 360 seats, and will be equipped with electrical outlets for every passenger, ergonomic seats, mobile signal boosters, closed-circuit toilets adapted for people with disabilities (lifts, adapted toilet, Braille markings), bicycle racks, and a bar compartment.
The project is being implemented using EU funds, including the Cohesion Fund under the Infrastructure and Environment Operational Programme 2007-2013, project title “Purchase of rolling stock for PKP Intercity S.A. for the implementation of railway passenger transport – purchase of 20 electric multiple units”, co-financing agreement POIS.07.01.00-00-044/13-00. The total value of the investment, including train maintenance for a minimum period of 15 years, is PLN 1.621 billion. The value of EU support is PLN 658 million.
Last weekend, at the railway stations in Olsztyn and Kielce, passengers were able to tour the new FLIRT 3 train and enter the driver’s cab. In a special zone for children in the railway station halls, numerous attractions, contests, games, and gifts were prepared.