π Spain is at the forefront of ERTMS deployment, with over 2,900 km of lines in service and 400+ trains equipped. Key routes, like Madrid-Barcelona, now see rail replacing air travel, with market share jumping from 48% to 82% by 2023!
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Spainβs ERTMS rollout is unlocking interoperability, reducing pollution, and bringing new operators into high-speed networks. Spain is setting the bar for a green, efficient rail revolution. π±π
π Spain’s ERTMS Expansion: Connecting the Future of Rail
Spain’s rail network is rapidly growing with ERTMS! π
πΉ 2,000 km with ERTMS Level 1 and 1,300 km with Level 2
πΉ Key corridors: Atlantic, Northeast, East, Mediterranean & more
πΉ Upgrades ongoing to connect regions like Galicia, France, and Lisbon
πΉERTMS also boosting suburban networks in Madrid & Barcelona
All this means safer, faster, and more sustainable travel across Spain! π±
π The Benefits of ERTMS in Spain
Spain’s ERTMS rollout has brought remarkable benefits:
πΉ Increased Competition: Operators now have more opportunities, reducing ticket prices by up to 40%. Passengers enjoy better service options, from low-cost to first-class.
πΉ More Capacity: The network can handle more trains, boosting revenue and efficiency.
πΉ Environmental Impact: Fewer flights, more train travel β reducing carbon emissions to just one-sixth of those produced by air or road transport..
Passenger numbers on Spain’s high-speed network have surged from 8 million in 2006 to 44 million in 2023! π
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