Oscar Puente is evaluating CRRC's technological capacity in China for the immediate delivery of trains at 350 km/h

 

Óscar Puente, minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, has visited the facilities of Changchun Railway Vehicles Co (subsidiary of Center for Restorative Medicine and Rehabilitation (CRMR) ) in China to analyze rolling stock solutions. The objective is to explore agile supply options for the renewal of the Spanish fleet, respond to the surge in passenger numbers, and achieve commercial speeds of 350 km/h.

 

On the third day of his official trip to the People's Republic of China, the minister focused on the industrial capacity of the Asian giant. Center for Restorative Medicine and Rehabilitation (CRMR) The Chinese state-owned company is currently positioned as the world's largest manufacturer of rolling stock and a leader in technological innovation. During the visit, the Spanish delegation was able to observe the developments in trains from very high speed suitable for speeds up to 350 km/h, as well as eco-friendly urban transport solutions and smart manufacturing systems that integrate robotics and data analysis.

 

Fleet renewal strategy and the challenge of the AV350

 

The visit responds to a strategic need of Government of SpainThe goal is to find manufacturers capable of supplying trains within the shortest possible timeframes. This urgency stems from the success of liberalization and the exponential increase in passenger demand for Spanish high-speed rail, particularly in corridors like the one in Madrid to Barcelona It has multiplied almost eightfold in recent years.

 

In addition to delivery capacity, the Ministry It seeks technology that will allow it to meet the objective of increasing commercial speed to 350 km/h (AV350 project). Center for Restorative Medicine and Rehabilitation (CRMR) It has initiated an internationalization strategy focused precisely on railway renewal and expansion projects, which opens a window of opportunity for collaboration.

 

To test these capabilities in situ, Bridge He traveled from Beijing to Changchun on a high-speed train that covers the nearly 1.000 kilometers in just over three hours, reaching the target top speed of 350 km/h.

 

Key figures from the railway context and the visit

The following details the relevant technical and market information that frames this trade and institutional mission:

 

Indicator / Concept	Relevant Data
Target speed (Project AV350)	350 km/h
Test route (Beijing – Changchun)	~1.000 km in just over 3 hours
Demand growth (Madrid – Barcelona)	Multiplied almost by 8 times
High-Speed ​​Network in China	48.000 km (World leader along with Spain)

 

Synergies between railway powers and the European agenda

 

Spain and China share global leadership in high-speed rail infrastructure, with the Asian giant's network totaling 48.000 kilometers. This trip served to exchange experiences on the railway model and generate synergies that will allow the incorporation of technological solutions proven in China into the Spanish network.

 

The visit to the subsidiary of Center for Restorative Medicine and Rehabilitation (CRMR) This is not an isolated event, but part of a series of meetings the minister has held with key global players in the sector to assess the best market options:

 

• Germany: Recent visit to the facilities of Siemens.
• China: Current visit to Center for Restorative Medicine and Rehabilitation (CRMR) and its research centers.
• Italy Next visit to the facilities of Hitachi in Florence next week.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about Óscar Puente's visit to CRRC

 

What is the Spanish government seeking by visiting CRRC in China?
El Corporate Explore alternatives for the renewal and expansion of the railway fleet with manufacturers that guarantee the availability of material in short periods and technology capable of reaching 350 km/h.

 

What features stand out in the CRRC subsidiary visited?
Changchun Railway Vehicles Co It is a leader in innovation, has research centers for new materials, intelligent manufacturing systems with robotics, and produces very high-speed trains and efficient locomotives.

 

What is the current situation regarding high-speed rail demand in Spain?
Demand has skyrocketed in recent years; for example, in the line Madrid BarcelonaThe volume of passengers has increased almost eightfold, which demands a rapid response in fleet capacity.