President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo said the Mexican government is evaluating the removal of dangerous curves on the Interoceanic Train route.
The decision follows a recent derailment on the corridor. Ensuring the safety of the alignment is critical before the government can authorize the transition from freight to passenger service, which requires stricter operational standards.
Sheinbaum said the new alignment of the train specifically addresses the zone referred to as "L." She said the administration is studying how to modify the path to eliminate hazards. "Estamos evaluando quitar unas curvas," Sheinbaum said [1].
The federal government is currently withholding approval for passenger operations until safety and operational recommendations are finalized. There is a discrepancy in reports regarding which entity is providing these guidelines; some reports cite ATIUF, while others state the government is awaiting recommendations issued by the company TÜV Rheinland [2].
These safety reviews are part of a broader effort to secure the Interoceanic corridor. The government aims to ensure that the infrastructure can handle the increased risks associated with transporting people, rather than just cargo.
These public statements regarding the route evaluation were reported on April 28, 2024 [1].
“"Estamos evaluando quitar unas curvas"”
The focus on removing hazardous curves indicates that the Interoceanic corridor's current infrastructure may be insufficient for high-frequency passenger travel. By delaying passenger service until third-party safety audits—whether from TÜV Rheinland or ATIUF—are complete, the administration is prioritizing risk mitigation over a rapid launch to avoid further accidents.
