Brazil Unveils Its First Intercity Express Train Linking Two Economic Powerhouses

2026-03-03 - 09:33

Key Points — The Trem Intercidades will cover 101 km between Sao Paulo and Campinas in 64 minutes at speeds up to 140 km/h, with construction starting in May — The 30-year concession is worth R$16.85 billion ($2.8 billion), with Chinese train manufacturer CRRC holding 40% of the consortium alongside Brazilian partner Grupo Comporte —