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Poland's PKP Intercity Plans High-Speed Train Tender Amid Criticism

1/1/2026

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PKP Intercity, Poland's state rail operator, announced a tender on January 1, 2026, for 20 high-speed trains that can reach 320 km/h, enhancing the country's rail capabilities.
The new trains will service upgraded routes between major cities, including Warsaw and Berlin, following discussions with nine manufacturers.
The opposition Law and Justice party criticized the plan, arguing it favors foreign manufacturers and questioning the necessity of such high speeds.
In response to increased passenger demand, PKP Intercity also acquired 50 second-hand carriages from Germany, which faced criticism as "German scrap."

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PKP Intercity, Poland's state rail operator, announced a tender on January 1, 2026, for 20 high-speed trains that can reach 320 km/h, enhancing the country's rail capabilities.
The new trains will service upgraded routes between major cities, including Warsaw and Berlin, following discussions with nine manufacturers.
The opposition Law and Justice party criticized the plan, arguing it favors foreign manufacturers and questioning the necessity of such high speeds.
In response to increased passenger demand, PKP Intercity also acquired 50 second-hand carriages from Germany, which faced criticism as "German scrap."