VIDEO Primul tren regional PESA a intrat joi în circulație cu călători pe ruta București - Brașov - Economica.net

On August 6, 2026, the first PESA regional train began commercial service on the Bucharest Nord-Brașov route, operated by CFR Călători. This initiative is part of a project funded by the Modernization Fund, aimed at reducing carbon emissions in rail transport. Four additional PESA trains will soon operate on various routes, enhancing public transport efficiency and promoting greener alternatives. The total project cost is approximately 2.78 billion lei, with significant funding from the Modernization Fund and the state budget. The implementation period is set for 36 months, focusing on improving service quality and reducing pollution.