New Stadler passenger cars manufactured in Astana at the Stadler Kazakhstan LLP plant have successfully completed over 10,000 kilometers of certification runs. The tests are conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Customs Union's technical regulation TR CU 001/2011 and cover railway sections throughout the country – through Karaganda, Taraz, Shymkent, and Ust-Kamenogorsk.

During the test runs, the equipment demonstrates high performance characteristics: stable operation of the braking systems, stability of the running gear, and correct operation of the safety systems.

Particular attention is paid to passenger comfort and safety. Each compartment is equipped with individual climate control systems, power outlets and USB ports, conductor call buttons, and tactile markings for people with special needs. The service life of the rolling stock, adapted to the climatic conditions of Kazakhstan, is up to 40 years.

By the end of 2025, the plant will deliver the first batch of carriages to the national carrier – compartment carriages, open-plan carriages, carriages specially designed for passengers with reduced mobility, and generator carriages. Stadler Kazakhstan will also provide 20 years of maintenance services for the new rolling stock.

In total, 557 new carriages are planned to be delivered by 2030, which will allow the company to completely renew its fleet by 100%. Starting in 2026, Stadler trains will begin operating on the following routes:

• No. 3/4 Astana – Almaty,
• No. 353/354 Astana – Semey,
• No. 85/86 Astana – Shymkent,
• No. 47/48 Astana – Atyrau.

The introduction of new Stadler carriages is a significant step for the development of domestic engineering and the railway industry, contributing to improved transport quality and passenger comfort.

This material was prepared based on information from the press service of  the JSC “NC ”Kazakhstan Temir Zholy".