The electronics technology for the system will be developed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, building on the research from IIT Madras (IIT-M).
New Delhi: India is all set to become one of the first countries to develop a long-distance hyperloop system, with the Ministry of Railways approving the proposal for a 40-kilometer project. TuTr Hyperloop is a deep-tech startup incubated at IIT Madras. With this, India is set to achieve a significant milestone for the high-speed transportation ecosystem. According to the reports, the company is working relentlessly towards commercializing high-speed mobility solutions in collaboration with industry, government, and academia. “TuTr is poised to achieve a historic milestone by launching the world’s first commercial Hyperloop project next month,” an official said.
At present, the government is evaluating three technologies, including magnetic levitation. The electronics technology for the system will be developed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai, building on the research from IIT Madras (IIT-M).
TuTr Hyperloop is working closely with major industry leaders, including L&T, ArcelorMittal, Ansys, Dassault, and several other technology and infrastructure partners to accelerate the commercialization of Hyperloop technology. These collaborations aim to strengthen the ecosystem for Hyperloop infrastructure, simulation, and advanced engineering, ensuring scalability and reliability in real-world applications.
To recall, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visited IIT Madras last week to review the ongoing hyperloop train project work. During the visit, TuTr Hyperloop showcased the cutting-edge advancements in Linear Induction Motor (LIM) propulsion, Magnetic Levitation (Maglev), and vacuum-based transport technologies, all developed in India.
The Railway Minister praised IIT Madras and TuTr Hyperloop for their pioneering efforts in developing indigenous high-speed mobility solutions and reaffirmed the Railway Ministry’s commitment to supporting cutting-edge transportation innovations.
