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flag South Korea finished developing the EMU-370, a 370 kph high-speed train, with commercial service planned after 2031 and potential sales to Ukraine.

flag South Korea has completed core technologies for the EMU-370, a high-speed train designed to operate at 370 kph—making it the world’s second-fastest commercial train after China’s CR450. flag Developed by the Korea Railroad Research Institute and seven partners, the project, funded with 22.5 billion won ($15 million), concluded in December 2025. flag Manufacturing begins in 2026, with test runs in 2030 and commercial service expected after 2031. flag The initiative highlights South Korea’s push to lead in advanced rail technology, while Ukraine has identified the country as a key partner for post-war infrastructure rebuild, including plans to buy 20 Korean-made high-speed electric trains.

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