Rafael López Aliaga dispuesto a denunciar a La República por caricatura difamatoria
en la caricatura, un supuesto operador de tren le explica a un personaje con similitudes a Rafael López Aliaga que los vagones donados por la empresa Caltrain solo podrían servir como decoración o restaurante temático, mientras que el supuesto alcalde sostiene que utilizará los vagones para transporte y que anunciará que la adquisición …
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Juan de Dios Olaechea, socio de Rafael López Aliaga, intervino en la donación de trenes a Lima
El Concejo Metropolitano de Lima autorizó al alcalde Rafael López Aliaga destinar más de 24.5 millones de dólares para recibir una donación de la empresa Caltrain (California,EE. UU …
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Rafael López Aliaga: trenes tendrían 40 años de antigüedad
La denominada «donación» de trenes por parte de la empresa estadounidense ‘Caltrain’ a la Municipalidad de Lima ha generado preocupación debido al elevado costo operativo y la antigüedad de los equipos,a pesar de los posibles beneficios mencionados. La Municipalidad invertirá 24 millones de dólares en la adquisición de 93 vagones y 20 locomotoras fabricadas entre 1985 y 1987, y reacondicionadas entre 1998 y 2000.
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expert Interview: The Contested Donation of Caltrain Trains to Lima
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In a recent growth, the Municipalidad de Lima is set to receive a donation of trains from the U.S. company Caltrain. However, this pomo has sparked considerable debate due to the reported high operational costs and age of the equipment. Senior Editor of world-today-news.com sat down with transportation specialist,Dr. Maria Pereira, to discuss the intricacies of this controversial topic.
Understanding the Donation
Senior Editor: Can you give us an overview of the donation of trains from Caltrain to Lima?
Dr. Maria Pereira: The Municipalidad de Lima is embarking on receiving nearly 93 Railcar and 20 locomotives from Caltrain, a Bay Area Rapid Transit operator. These are equipment manufactured between 1985 and 1987, with a costly reconditioning process undertaken between 1998 and 2000. While touted as a donation, the Municipality will still be responsible for paying about 24 million USD for their acquisition.
Age and Condition of the Equipment
Senior Editor: What is your assessment of the age and condition of these trains?
Dr. Maria Pereira: The trains are upwards of 40 years old, and even with reconditioning, there may be meaningful issues. High operational and maintenance costs are a concern. Rail systems,due to their heavy use and the wear and tear from large numbers of passengers,often require costly upkeep.
Operational and Logistical Concerns
Senior editor: What are some of the operational and logistical concerns surrounding these trains?
Dr. Maria Pereira: One of the main concerns is the operational cost. It’s significant, and likely not cost-effective in terms of modernizing their rail infrastructure. Companies frequently enough recondition older units but, due to the vast improvement in technology and efficiency in modern trains, it might not be the best investment.
Potential Benefits
senior Editor: Despite the concerns, are there any benefits to this donation?
Dr. Maria Pereira: Certainly. older trains can be refurbished effectively, especially with proper care. Thay can service routes with lower demand, perhaps reducing the financial strain on newer, higher-efficiency trains. Also, it can serve as an interim solution while more viable long-term solutions are being explored.
Conclusion
Senior Editor: What are the main takeaways from this interview?
Dr. Maria Pereira: The main takeaways are the assessment of the potential benefits and drawbacks of accepting these donated trains. While there might potentially be some advantages, particularly for lower-demand routes, the significant costs in both monetarily and operationally should be considered thoroughly. proper maintenance and adaptation strategies are essential for the success of this initiative.
