The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) has introduced new blue and white modern electric trains on Cape Town’s Central Line.
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The agency also completed the extension of the service from Nyanga to Mandalay station. It is the first time Prasa is using the ‘People’s Train’ on this route following upgrades to the electrical and track infrastructure between Nyanga and Nolungile.
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Communities along the Central Line can now also use the high-tech service. Each Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) is equipped with advanced features such as automated doors, CCTV cameras, and air-conditioning.
An Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) is a train where each car has its own power source. The name comes from the fact that multiple cars work together, each contributing to the train’s power.
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‘In addition to the new trains, the completion of signalling from Langa to Mutual Line marks a significant milestone in our efforts to enhance the safety and reliability of our services,’ PRASA said on Thursday.
‘Work to re-signal the rest of the Central corridor continues. This modern signalling system will not only improve the frequency and punctuality of our trains but will also reduce delays and congestion.
‘Extending the service on the Central Line to Mandalay station is expected to bring positive socio-economic benefits to the communities of Langa, Nyanga, Khayelitsha, Mitchells Plain, and other areas along the line,’ it added.
‘This notable development builds on PRASA’s recent achievements, including the reopening of 31 out of 40 commuter rail corridors and the refurbishment of 263 out of 463 stations.’
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