CAF and Euskotren have concluded a contract to manufacture nine extra-long tram units for the Zabalgana line in Vitoria. The new units represent an investment of nearly €49 million and are scheduled for delivery between 2028 and 2029. Each vehicle will be 44 metres long, comprise seven modules, and include upgrades designed to enhance accessibility and travel comfort.
The contract also includes the supply of spare parts valued at close to €4 million, which are required for vehicle maintenance, as well as a driving simulator worth €1.19 million.
Improved Accessibility and Passenger Comfort
The new trams, with seven modules and a capacity of up to 400 passengers, will match the length of the seven extra-long units currently in service, as well as the three vehicles currently under construction. Technical specifications include measures to improve passenger comfort, such as a new air conditioning system designed to operate reliably during periods of extreme heat.
The vehicles will also incorporate specific features designed to improve universal accessibility, ensuring equal access to public transport for all users in an inclusive, fully adapted environment. While all current service units are fully low-floor and compliant with current regulations, the 12 new trams will feature signage that meets new universal accessibility standards. They will not have tip-up seats, creating spacious unobstructed areas, and priority seating will be clearly identified using colour coding.
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