This survey of the annual ASME report covers some of the major developments in rail freight and passenger equipment made public in the last calender year. It covers developments worldwide. In the freight area the main developments are aimed at transporting bulk commodities with some thought being given to multipurpose concepts. The passenger developments are continuing in LRVS, rapid transit, and commuters; however, long haul equipment is also being developed.
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