Ex-British HST Collides with Trailer in Chiapas, Passengers Escape Unharmed

Yesterday, an ex-British High-Speed Train (HST) operating on the Tren Interoceánico collided with a trailer at a railway crossing in Pichucalco, Chiapas, causing damage to the locomotive. Authorities confirmed that no passengers or crew were injured.

The accident occurred at 09:55 in the Cardona community when the trailer entered the track just as the train, covering the Coatzacoalcos–Pakal Ná route, was passing through.

"Fortunately, none of the 148 passengers on the train nor the crew reported any injuries, and there were no human losses," stated the Tren Interoceánico.

The front engine of the ex-British HST suffered damage from the impact, prompting the immediate activation of a contingency plan. Another train and buses were deployed to ensure passengers could continue to their destinations without delay.

The Tren Interoceánico emphasized its commitment to "the safety and responsible operation of our railways, as a strategic project for the development of communities in the southeast and across the country."

The former UK-built high-speed train is part of Line FA, connecting Coatzacoalcos in Veracruz to Palenque in Chiapas, passing through key stations in Tabasco. This route provides a vital connection to the Tren Maya at Palenque and offers both tourist and executive class services.

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