As planned, 10 trains of the pilot urban railway line in Hanoi, Nhon – Hanoi station section have just been granted a Certificate of quality, technical safety and environmental protection by the Vietnam Register. railway transport.
Illustration photo: Trung Nguyen/News Newspaper
This is an important milestone, ensuring that the trains fully meet quality, safety and environmental standards, are qualified to operate on the railway… ready to be put into commercial operation at the end of the year. June, early July.
Certificate of quality, technical safety and environmental protection is a certificate confirming that vehicles, components, equipment and components have been inspected according to current regulations.
The certification process is strictly implemented by competent authorities, based on the Railway Law and Circular No. 29/2018/TT – BGTVT dated May 14, 2018 regulating quality inspection, Technical safety and environmental protection of railway vehicles.
Currently, 10 trains of the pilot urban railway line of Hanoi city, Nhon – Hanoi station section have been affixed with inspection stamps, a symbol issued to railway vehicles that have been inspected to meet standards and regulations. relevant technical standards.
Depending on the type of railway vehicle, the location of the inspection stamp will be different. For locomotives, special-use means are stamps affixed to the inside, upper, and outer right corners of the glass (seen from the driver’s position) or in an easy-to-observe position.
For passenger cars and urban railway cars, the stamp is affixed inside the car at terminal number 1 in an easy-to-observe position.
Hanoi city’s pilot urban railway project, section Nhon – Hanoi station, is one of the city’s important transportation projects, with the goal of minimizing traffic congestion and improving the transportation system. public transportation and contribute to environmental protection.
Being granted a Certificate for the trains is a testament to the quality of the vehicles as well as the efforts of relevant parties in bringing the project into official operation, ensuring maximum safety for users.
Urban railway project No. 3, section Nhon – Hanoi station uses 10 trains specifically designed by manufacturer Alstom (France). With the theme “Green Journey”, the train consists of three colors: green, red, pink and white; The front of the train with the Khue Van Cac symbol creates a unique mark of the Capital.
The trains operate continuously on standard gauge railways (1435 mm), the train body uses aluminum alloy material that is light in weight, long lasting, and environmentally friendly.
The train is the latest design according to European standards with a luxurious, modern style, full amenities and researched to suit the needs of Vietnamese people.
The train is one of Alstom’s modern products, fully equipped with amenities such as air conditioning, ventilation, passenger radio system, camera system, independent fire and smoke detection system. , LED lights automatically adjust the light to suit when entering the underground section…
The train’s interior with bright colors and white LED lighting system will always create a feeling of airiness, bringing comfort. comfortable and comfortable for passengers on the train.
In particular, the train uses a CBTC (Communication-Based Train Control) train control signal solution called URBALIS, which is an advanced solution from Alstom with advantages such as: flexible control system structure;
Optimize safety and ensure uninterrupted service delivery to passengers. The configuration of each train includes 4 cars (2 engine cars with cabins, 1 engine car and 1 trailer), with 3 cars/4 cars using 3-phase AC motors, installed air spring bogies. to increase operational reliability.
The train is capable of transporting 944 – 1124 people/train, with a density of about 6.6 – 8 people/m2 and operates at a commercial speed of 35 km/h, design speed of 80 km/h.
The train uses 750VDC low-voltage direct current traction on the third rail with a compact, simple, sturdy structure, low construction and maintenance costs, and ensures urban aesthetics. The braking system is equipped with regenerative braking to reduce energy consumption and help reduce maintenance costs.
The train has a low floor so it is very convenient for passengers to get on and off, especially those who have luggage or have to travel by wheelchair. In addition, on the train there are priority areas reserved for people with disabilities, seats for the elderly, women and children.
The elevated section of the Nhon – Hanoi station line includes 8 stations, more than 8 km long from Nhon station (Bac Tu Liem district) to Cau Giay station. After 14 years of construction, the putting into operation of this urban railway is an event expected by the people of the Capital.
