Interior and exterior components for the K1E6 tram in Egypt

In 2017, a Ukrainian tram manufacturer commissioned us to produce interior and exterior components for the new K1E6 tram series for Egypt. The design documentation had already been prepared; our scope covered design optimisation and the manufacture of prototypes, tooling and production parts.

During our review, the engineering team identified opportunities to improve reliability and ease of assembly while reducing manufacturing and painting costs. Once agreed with the customer, these changes were incorporated into the documentation and implemented in the prototypes and tooling.

The vehicle

The 22-metre K1E6 is a two-section articulated high-floor tram. It provides 30 seats and a total capacity of up to 206 passengers. The interior uses fire-compliant GRP panels that resist vandalism and can be replaced individually if damaged.

The vehicles feature modern ventilation, air-conditioning and passenger-information systems. An ergonomic driver’s cab and wider field of view make operation easier. They were the first new trams delivered to Alexandria in around 60 years.