Swiss-American transportation technology company Swisspod has announced the development and construction of a new hyperloop testing facility in Pueblo, Colorado. This initiative follows Swisspod’s construction of Europe’s first operational test track in July. 

Swisspod has partnered with TTCI, a subsidiary of the Association of American Railroads (AAR), to create the company’s second test facility, which will be located at PuebloPlex, a 15,000-acre business and industry complex 15 miles from Pueblo. TTCI will provide engineering insight, operational and test plan support. As stated in TTCI’s press release, “This partnership advances Swisspod’s global expansion strategy, fueling its fast-paced growth in the key U.S. market, while augmenting significant research and testing capabilities.”

In April, TTCI announced its partnership with the Pueblo Economic Development Corporation (PEDCO) to develop a dedicated engineering and laboratory facility that would include research into hyperloop technologies. 

“Our partnership with Swisspod is the first of many opportunities to extend our legacy as leaders in transportation research,” said Acting CEO of TTCI, Kari Gonzales. “Our team’s experience in performance testing and our capability to reduce the product development cycle is unmatched in North America.”  

The development of this new testing facility also marks a major step forward for Southern Colorado’s vision of becoming an innovative transportation technology hub.

“Pueblo and Southern Colorado have long been home to the foremost rail research in the nation,” said PEDCO CEO Jeff Shaw. “The partnership with Swisspod extends that legacy and solidifies our place as transportation innovators. Maintaining our thriving, future-forward research base is a top priority that pays countless dividends across our community.”