Siemens to maintain All Aboard Florida trains

All Aboard Florida has selected Siemens as the full maintenance provider for its passenger-rail trains connecting Orlando and Miami, starting in 2017. Under a 30-year contract agreement, Siemens will maintain and service all aspects of All Aboard Florida’s passenger-rail vehicles, including inspections, corrective and preventative maintenance, and provisioning of parts and labour. As previously announced, Siemens is also building trains for the project, which, will be constructed at its solar-powered ra
July 1, 2015 Read time: 2 mins
All Aboard Florida has selected 189 Siemens as the full maintenance provider for its passenger-rail trains connecting Orlando and Miami, starting in 2017. Under a 30-year contract agreement, Siemens will maintain and service all aspects of All Aboard Florida’s passenger-rail vehicles, including inspections, corrective and preventative maintenance, and provisioning of parts and labour.

As previously announced, Siemens is also building trains for the project, which, will be constructed at its solar-powered rail manufacturing plant in Sacramento.

“Siemens is extremely proud to expand our relationship with All Aboard Florida as a key technology and service partner for this important passenger-rail project,” said Chris Maynard, vice president of Customer Services for Siemens Mobility. “Service is an essential component to ensure that rail lines run efficiently, on time and safely for passengers and operators. By combining our globally-inspired, modern service methodology and experience with our own technology, we are confident that the All Aboard Florida service will be among the best in the nation.”

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