Turnkey tramway system for Qatar with catenary-free Avenio trams

Extreme heat and high humidity are typical of the climate in the Emirate of Qatar. And the Avenio tram scheduled to enter service in the capital of Doha in 2016 will have to function flawlessly under these conditions. To ensure it's ready for these extremes, the tram undergoes comprehensive tests in temperatures ranging from zero to more than 40 degrees Celsius in the Climatic Wind Tunnel testing facility of Rail Tec Arsenal (RTA) in Vienna, Austria. 

Siemens has received an order from the Qatar Foundation for the turnkey construction of a tram system in the capital Doha aimed at transforming Qatar into a knowledge-based society. The order is worth more than 100 million euros. The scope of supply also includes signaling and communication systems, electrification as well as the depot equipment. Siemens will also be equipping four of the stations with platform edge doors. Nineteen Avenio trams will run on 11.5 kilometers of track without any overhead contact lines. The system will be installed on the university campus and serve 25 stations. The trams will be equipped with the Sitras HES energy storage system from Siemens, with energy being supplied at the tram stops. The tram system will enter service in autumn 2015.

The Siemens Avenio tram for Doha, in the Emirate of Qatar, has been honored with the iF Design Award 2018. Siemens developed the prize-winning design together with the "Yellow Window" design agency. Clean lines, generous white surfaces and darkened windows characterize the tram's exterior. The interior has a bright and airy ambience, while special sun shades on the roof and tinted insulated glass maintain comfortable interior temperatures. Subtly styled seat fabrics and elegantly designed grab poles underscore the tram's modern character and provide a pleasing passenger experience.

The Siemens Avenio tram for Doha, in the Emirate of Qatar, has been honored with the prestigious "Red Dot" Award for Product Design 2017. The tram's minimalistic and timeless design complements its surroundings and reflects the modern architecture of Doha's Education City Campus. Clean lines, generous white surfaces and darkened windows characterize the tram's exterior. Special shading on the roof and tinted insulated glass ensure passenger comfort even in extreme outdoor temperatures. The interior's bright and airy ambiance, subtly styled seat upholstery and elegantly designed grab poles underscore the tram's modern character. The Avenio's design was created in cooperation with the "Yellow Window" design agency.

The Siemens Avenio tram for Doha, in the Emirate of Qatar, has been honored with the prestigious "Red Dot" Award for Product Design 2017. The tram's minimalistic and timeless design complements its surroundings and reflects the modern architecture of Doha's Education City Campus. Clean lines, generous white surfaces and darkened windows characterize the tram's exterior. Special shading on the roof and tinted insulated glass ensure passenger comfort even in extreme outdoor temperatures. The interior's bright and airy ambiance, subtly styled seat upholstery and elegantly designed grab poles underscore the tram's modern character. The Avenio's design was created in cooperation with the "Yellow Window" design agency.

The Siemens Avenio tram for Doha, in the Emirate of Qatar, has been honored with the prestigious "Red Dot" Award for Product Design 2017. The tram's minimalistic and timeless design complements its surroundings and reflects the modern architecture of Doha's Education City Campus. Clean lines, generous white surfaces and darkened windows characterize the tram's exterior. Special shading on the roof and tinted insulated glass ensure passenger comfort even in extreme outdoor temperatures. The interior's bright and airy ambiance, subtly styled seat upholstery and elegantly designed grab poles underscore the tram's modern character. The Avenio's design was created in cooperation with the "Yellow Window" design agency.

The first hybrid tram for Doha has been put through its paces during the last few weeks in the Siemens Wegberg-Wildenrath Test Center; Germany. The ferry "Paglia" will be transporting the 3-car tram, with an overall length of 27.7 meters, across the North Sea to the port of Doha. The journey of the first tram to Doha will be some 12,255 kilometers and 4 weeks long.

The first hybrid tram for Doha is on is on his way from Bremerhaven to Qatar. Nineteen Avenio trams will run from 2016 on 11.5 kilometers of track without any overhead contact lines. The system will be installed on the university campus and serve 25 stations. The trams will be equipped with the Sitras HES energy storage system from Siemens, with energy being supplied at the tram stops.

The ferry "Paglia" will be transporting the 3-car tram, with an overall length of 27.7 meters, across the North Sea to the port of Doha. Siemens will supply 19 three-car trams, with each tram capable of accommodating up to 239 passengers.

The low-floor technology and ergonomic design provide a high level of comfort for the passengers. In addition, the energy storage system for optimized energy consumption and the catenary-free operation make the Avenio a role model for sustainable, rail-based mass transit. Siemens will supply 19 three

Doha, the capital of Qatar, will soon see 19 trams operating without overhead contact lines on a route which is 11.5 kilometers long and has 24 stations. They will be equipped with an energy storage system which can re-use up to 30 percent of the supplied energy for vehicle operation by recovering braking energy.

Nineteen Avenio trams will run on 11.5 kilometers of track without any overhead contact lines. The system will be installed on the university campus and serve 25 stations. The trams will be equipped with the Sitras HES energy storage system from Siemens, with energy being supplied at the tram stops.

The low-floor technology and ergonomic design provide a high level of comfort for the passengers. In addition, the energy storage system for optimized energy consumption and the catenary-free operation make the Avenio a role model for sustainable, rail-based mass transit. Siemens will supply 19 three-car trams, with each tram capable of accommodating up to 239 passengers.

The first Avenio for Doha is being tested at the Wegberg-Wildenrath test and validation center, and delivery to Doha is expected for June 2015. The remaining 18 vehicles will be completed at the Siemens plant in Vienna by the end of 2015, before being delivered to Doha.

Extreme heat and high humidity are typical of the climate in the Emirate of Qatar. And the Avenio tram scheduled to enter service in the capital of Doha in 2016 will have to function flawlessly under these conditions. To ensure it's ready for these extremes, the tram undergoes comprehensive tests in temperatures ranging from zero to more than 40 degrees Celsius in the Climatic Wind Tunnel testing facility of Rail Tec Arsenal (RTA) in Vienna, Austria. 

Extreme heat and high humidity are typical of the climate in the Emirate of Qatar. And the Avenio tram scheduled to enter service in the capital of Doha in 2016 will have to function flawlessly under these conditions. To ensure it's ready for these extremes, the tram undergoes comprehensive tests in temperatures ranging from zero to more than 40 degrees Celsius in the Climatic Wind Tunnel testing facility of Rail Tec Arsenal (RTA) in Vienna, Austria. 

Extreme heat and high humidity are typical of the climate in the Emirate of Qatar. And the Avenio tram scheduled to enter service in the capital of Doha in 2016 will have to function flawlessly under these conditions. To ensure it's ready for these extremes, the tram undergoes comprehensive tests in temperatures ranging from zero to more than 40 degrees Celsius in the Climatic Wind Tunnel testing facility of Rail Tec Arsenal (RTA) in Vienna, Austria. 

Extreme heat and high humidity are typical of the climate in the Emirate of Qatar. And the Avenio tram scheduled to enter service in the capital of Doha in 2016 will have to function flawlessly under these conditions. To ensure it's ready for these extremes, the tram undergoes comprehensive tests in temperatures ranging from zero to more than 40 degrees Celsius in the Climatic Wind Tunnel testing facility of Rail Tec Arsenal (RTA) in Vienna, Austria. 

Extreme heat and high humidity are typical of the climate in the Emirate of Qatar. And the Avenio tram scheduled to enter service in the capital of Doha in 2016 will have to function flawlessly under these conditions. To ensure it's ready for these extremes, the tram undergoes comprehensive tests in temperatures ranging from zero to more than 40 degrees Celsius in the Climatic Wind Tunnel testing facility of Rail Tec Arsenal (RTA) in Vienna, Austria. 

Siemens has received an order from the Qatar Foundation for the turnkey construction of a tram system in the capital Doha aimed at transforming Qatar into a knowledge-based society. The order is worth more than 100 million euros. The scope of supply also includes signaling and communication systems, electrification as well as the depot equipment. Siemens will also be equipping four of the stations with platform edge doors. Nineteen Avenio trams will run on 11.5 kilometers of track without any overhead contact lines. The system will be installed on the university campus and serve 25 stations. The trams will be equipped with the Sitras HES energy storage system from Siemens, with energy being supplied at the tram stops. The tram system will enter service in autumn 2015.