[150321.EN.BIZ] TRB Continues to Work With Hitachi on New UK Rail Project

 

UK's TRB Lightweight Structures (TRB) has again linked up with Japan's Hitachi, a global transport specialist at the forefront of innovation in the rail industry, on a project involving the manufacture of toilet panels, partitions and doors, as well as modified bike and bulk units, for 23 new trains that are due to enter service by 2022.

"Hitachi is renowned for quality, reliability and innovation, and chose to partner with TRB for this new project thanks to the company's 40 years of experience and proven track record in the design and manufacture of high-quality, lightweight and durable composite rail components for leading train manufacturers. This serves as an extension of TRB's existing relationship with Hitachi, demonstrating ongoing trust in TRB's expertise," according to a TRB statement.

Graeme Laws, commodity manager director materials at Hitachi Rail, commented: "Our established collaboration with TRB is a result of our shared commitment to long-term sustainability and the company's ability to continuously meet our needs in terms of design and capabilities. This exciting project is set to really improve travel for rail passengers in the UK, and we're glad to have TRB on board."

Richard Holland, managing director at TRB, added: "This project is the next step in our relationship with Hitachi, and we look forward to many more years working together."

TRB is a leading international manufacturing and engineering company, specialising in lightweight and durable composite products for a range of industries.

Source : HKSG / Photo : Railway Techmology.