Caltrain and Stadler US, Inc. have established a TSSSA (Technical Support and Spare Supply Agreement) for the agency’s new fleet of KISS electric multiple units (EMUs).
The agreement provides on-site technical support, maintenance management software implementation, full material management for preventive and corrective maintenance, and diagnostic assistance. It covers all current and future Caltrain Stadler EMUs. Stadler will employ a dedicated team of 14 specialists based in California. This team “will support reliable operations and maximize the performance of Caltrain’s fleet, so customers have a safe and world-class experience.,” Stadler said. “The contract also allows both parties to opt-in the future battery EMU pilot train into this agreement.”
Caltrain’s partnership with Stadler began in 2017 with the order of 16 KISS (“Komfortabler Innovativer Spurtstarker S-Bahn-Zug”) EMUs for the agency’s electrification project. This order was later expanded to 23 trainsets. Most of the fleet, built by and delivered from Stadler’s Salt Lake City location, began revenue service in September 2024. “These modern trains are a cornerstone of Caltrain’s electrification project, aiming to enhance sustainability and improve the passenger experience across the region,” the company said.
“This agreement represents our shared commitment to availability and continuous improvement” said Rachelle Glazier, Head of Stadler Rail Service US. She adds: “We are proud to continue our partnership with Caltrain and support their mission to provide clean, efficient and sustainable transportation for the Bay Area. The enhanced collaboration reinforces the future of electric rail transport in California, helping to ensure seamless, reliable service for riders as the region transitions toward more sustainable transit solutions.”
