West Allis-based Avalon Rail Inc. will rebuild 12 rail cars for VIA Rail Canada.
Avalon Rail specializes in remanufacturing passenger rolling stock of all types. The company will use various Canadian engineering, design and supply firms for a portion of the project. The cars will be delivered in 2011.
"Avalon Rail was selected for this demanding work through a competitive bidding process based on numerous factors," said VIA president and CEO Paul Cote. "These included price, craftsmanship, a detailed knowledge of the equipment to be rebuilt and on-time completion of previous projects."
VIA Rail Canada today announced a $19.5 million program for the reconfiguration of the 12 stainless steel passenger cars used on its western transcontinental train, the Canadian, to increase its accessibility and market appeal. The work is being funded from a $407 million allocated for passenger rail improvements under the Government of Canada's Economic Action Plan.
"We are honored to undertake this work for VIA," said June Garland, president of Avalon Rail. "The Canadian is a living legend, offering thousands of travelers from around the world the ultimate in safe, stylish and sustainable rail travel every year for more than a half-century. I can think of no better showcase for the skills of Avalon's dedicated craftspeople."
Avalon Rail to rebuild cars for VIA Rail Canada
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