By Y.M. Lowy

MTA Metro-North Railroad announced plans to replace its longtime Shoreliner passenger cars with a new fleet of modern railcars for the Hudson line.

The new trains are expected to provide a smoother ride with upgraded seating, improved accessibility, and newer technology for passengers.

The current Shoreliner coaches have been serving Metro-North riders for decades, carrying commuters daily between the Hudson Valley and New York City. The MTA is now seeking proposals from manufacturers to build the next generation of train cars.

A contract is expected to be awarded in early 2027, with the first new railcars planned to enter service in 2029.