Current rolling stock is maximally involved in transportationThe passenger carriages of “Ukrzaliznytsia” continue to age, and the full-scale war only exacerbates the issue. A portion of the rolling stock has been destroyed or damaged due to Russian shelling, and hundreds more carriages require repair or should be decommissioned.The press service of Ukrzaliznytsia reported this in a comment to RBC-Ukraine.Ukrzaliznytsia explained that the available rolling stock is being utilized to its fullest capacity for transportation due to high demand, particularly during the summer season. In June alone, the fleet was augmented with six new passenger carriages and three modernized children’s carriages. This allowed for a partial reduction in the shortage of seats on certain routes.Your money is always at hand. Apply for a debit card quickly and easily using the Finance.ua catalog.Specifically, on the Kyiv-Lviv route, the demand-to-supply ratio was reduced from 5:1 to 4:1.Concurrently, the company regularly adjusts train schedules considering the security situation, passenger traffic, availability of carriages, their operational efficiency, economic viability, and the capacity of the railway network.Space for your advertisement
Situation with Passenger Carriages
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the railway infrastructure and rolling stock have been subjected to regular Russian attacks. Since February 24, 2022, over 5,400 shelling incidents have been recorded, resulting in damage to more than 25,800 facilities.Due to the war, 46 passenger carriages have already been destroyed. Another 200 carriages require major repairs after shelling and drone attacks.Read also
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In addition to combat damage, the company is also facing the problem of physical wear and tear of the rolling stock. According to the carrier, an additional 1050 carriages await inspection and potential decommissioning due to age and unsatisfactory technical condition.The average age of passenger carriages is currently 35.4 years, and their wear level has reached 74.2%.
Fleet Renewal
Ukrzaliznytsia announced plans to renovate 1184 passenger carriages through various types of repairs by 2026. The work will be carried out by the production units of the “Passenger Company” branch internally, without involving external contractors.In parallel, the procurement of new rolling stock is ongoing. According to the state program, the acquisition of 366 new passenger carriages is planned for 2025-2028, including 100 carriages annually.During 2024-2025, Ukrzaliznytsia has already received 66 new carriages of Ukrainian production, purchased in 2023.Read also
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Furthermore, production of an additional 100 carriages has been contracted for 2025, with 60 of them to be manufactured and put into operation this year. In total, the company plans to purchase 100 carriages annually in 2026 and 2027.The company emphasized that the cost of a new passenger carriage is determined through open tenders and depends on its type – compartment, luxury, or inclusive.We remind you that earlier Finance.ua wrote that the Ukrainian railway is entering the summer period with a significant deficit of carriages, which will affect ticket availability. Amidst rising passenger demand, the number of operational carriages is decreasing due to the consequences of the war, infrastructure damage, and fleet wear. The company advises booking tickets in advance – at least 20 days before the trip. If you were unable to purchase a ticket immediately, it is recommended to use the auto-purchase feature.According to: Finance.ua# Ukrzaliznytsia# Railway transportSpace for your advertisement