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   Double-decked stock  evaluated  
Double-decked trains have 20-40% more seating capacity per train length leading to positive impacts on energy efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Technology field: Space utilisation
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References / Links:  Euro Transport Consult 1997;  Reemtsema, Kurz 1997;  Andersson, Berg 1999;  Moreau 1998
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Related projects:  New double-decked Regiorunners
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 date created: 2002-10-09
 
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