GoldLeaf fleet of rolling stock to be completely revitalized.
VANCOUVER AND MONTREAL – Rocky Mountaineer and CANARAIL announced a contract agreement to revitalize the luxury tourist rail company’s GoldLeaf fleet consisting of sixteen (16) bi-level domed cars. Once this strategic project is completed, new and returning travelers will experience an even more luxurious journey through the Pacific Northwest and Canadian Rockies. Acting as the prime contractor, CANARAIL will be responsible for the delivery of the entire program and will direct the operations from its Montreal based office.
“This is the largest capital investment in Rocky Mountaineer’s 25 year history. Considerable research and planning has gone into this project, with the singular goal of delighting our guests with the changes to our most luxurious class of rail cars,” said Gord Miller, Vice President of Rail Operations and Asset Development, Rocky Mountaineer. “We evaluated many prospective partners and selected CANARAIL because of its expertise in the sector and track record of innovation”.
Based on the success of the pilot project completed in 2013 and the extremely positive feedback from travelers, an agreement was made to refurbish the entire fleet. Most of the work will be accomplished in the Gaspe region in Quebec. The work will consist of full engineering and design work of various components (interior design, lighting, plumbing, installation of state of the art seating, electrical work and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems). The work is expected to be completed in 2018.
“We are thrilled to be working with Rocky Mountaineer on this project, said Miguel Valero, president & CEO, CANARAIL. Historically, our team began working with Rocky Mountaineer as an engineering service provider. We have now become a trusted and reliable partner to assist Rocky Mountaineer in reaching this significant milestone. We are very happy to solidify our partnership as we are both international companies, headquartered in Canada, sharing a commitment to quality and customer focus.”
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