CRRC Sifang America is building the next generation of passenger railcars for the Chicago Transit Authority.

Built in America.

Building Chicago's Railcars

At its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility on Chicago’s South Side, CRRC Sifang America is building the CTA’s 7000 Series railcars, bringing passenger railcar manufacturing back to Chicago for the first time in more than 60 years.

Built by Americans.

Powered by a Skilled Chicago Workforce

CRRC’s skilled workforce brings together expertise in cab assembly, electrical systems, exterior equipment, testing and other specialized areas. Working alongside local unions and workforce-development partners, CRRC continues to hire and train the people building Chicago’s next generation of railcars.

Built for Americans

Moving Chicago Forward

CTA’s modern 7000 Series railcars are being built for the millions of residents and visitors who depend on Chicago’s transit system. Railcars manufactured at CRRC’s South Side facility are already carrying passengers, supporting safer, more reliable and more comfortable service across the city.

Investing in Chicago

Creating Sustainable Manufacturing Careers

At our state-of-the-art South Side manufacturing facility, CRRC Sifang America is building more than just transit infrastructure, we are building lifelong careers. Our team operates across highly skilled disciplines, including precision production, engineering, quality assurance, logistics, and strategic procurement to assemble the CTA’s 7000 Series railcars.

By partnering closely with local labor unions, community workforce-development organizations and regional educational institutions, we are actively recruiting, training, and upskilling the next generation of advanced manufacturing professionals. As our railcar production continues to accelerate, CRRC Sifang America remains deeply committed to prioritizing local hiring and expanding meaningful economic opportunities for Chicago residents.

Commitment to U.S. Marketplace

CRRC has expended serious efforts to maximize the amount of U.S. made components that will be incorporated into the 7000 Series railcars.  Those efforts were confirmed in a pre-award audit verifying that CRRC is sourcing approximately 70% of the total cost of the railcar components from U.S. manufacturers, far exceeding the Buy America requirements.