VIA Rail Invests $150M to Modernize Sleeper Car Fleet

VIA Rail invests $150M to modernize sleeper car fleet

VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announced it is investing $150 million in a major modernization program for its entire fleet of 56 Château and Manor sleeper cars over the next five years. According to the April 6 press release, CAD Railway Industries, located in Lachine, Que., was selected to carry out upgrades to key systems and interiors for The Ocean and The Canadian, VIA Rail’s long-distance routes. This initiative is expected to create more than…

VIA Rail Canada Inc. Invests $150M To Modernize Train Cars

MONTRÉAL — VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announced that it is investing $150 million in a major modernization program for its entire fleet of 56 Château and Manor sleeper cars over the next 5 years as part of its attempts at improving its train cars. CAD Railway Industries, located in Lachine, Québec, was selected to carry out upgrades to key systems and interiors, improving comfort, reliability, and onboard amenities for passengers travelling on T…