Kawasaki heavy industries will participate in the bidding competition of New York Metro 

In September 7th, decided to participate in the United States of New York metro vehicle manufacturer for the introduction of a new type of Japan's Kawasaki heavy industries ltd.. At this time, China's large rail vehicle manufacturers with low price to enhance offensive are also interested in this, so there may be a situation of PK in Japan and china.

It is understood that the New York Metro morning and evening peak is late, the situation is serious, so New York Public Transport Bureau in order to more easily ride down, decided to introduce a new car to broaden the door "R211" to replace the old vehicles.

The car will provide passengers with smart phones to access the Internet WiFi, can charge, etc., but also improve the comfort of passengers. In addition to Kawasaki heavy industries, the China Zhongche China and Canada's manufacturers have to show interest in bidding. Chinese Zhongche in March this year through its successful bid for Chicago railway vehicle enterprises.

The order will reach 1545 vehicles, and is expected to be the fastest decision maker in the middle of next year. According to Kawasaki said, the company holds the largest share of vehicles in New York metro. In the future, we will strive for more orders with technical strength.

If Kawasaki heavy industries will receive orders in the fabrication of prototype is located in Kobe city of Hyogo factory. Mass production plans to assemble in major parts of the plant in Nebraska, complete in New York.