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KONE to modernise escalators & elevators in Madrid station

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Finnish experts in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE Corporation, has secured an order to modernise 60 escalators and 14 elevators at the Atocha train station in the Spanish capital. The order also includes maintenance for 25 years. 

The hub of the Spanish railway network, Atocha is currently undergoing a massive renovation. Due for completion in 2023, it is expected to handle up to 87 million annual passengers in Europe’s eight largest city.

For a smooth, safe and pleasant passenger experience, KONE will be equipping the commuter train area of the Atocha station with 60 eco-efficient KONE TransitMasterstst escalators designed for round-the-clock operation in environments with high traffic flow. Additionally, KONE will equip the station with fourteen KONE MonoSpace elevators.

”We’re extremely excited to be involved in the renovation of this historic landmark building and to provide a premium passenger experience to the growing number of local railway passengers in years to come,” said Pierre Liautaud, Executive Vice President for KONE South Europe, Middle East and Africa. 

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