Iguazú Argentina SA reported that it has brought three new electric locomotives from China, which will become part of the Jungle Ecological Train. The journey lasts approximately 35 minutes, covering a total of 3.7 kilometers through lush vegetation. They were manufactured by Hunan Shaoli Group Electric Co., Ltd. The ticket is included in the park entrance fee. The train connects the Central Station with the Waterfalls Station and the Devil's Throat Station, facilitating access to the most impressive waterfalls, especially the Devil's Throat. The machines from China arrived at the Waterfalls area during the first week of January and will be operational from the last week of this month. 'This acquisition would not have been possible without the environmental commitment that arises from the joint work between the National Parks Administration (APN) and the service concessionaire, Iguazú Argentina S.A., which seek to use technologies that use clean energy and reduce the impact on nature,' stated Iguazú Argentina SA. The locomotives meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency to operate in protected natural environments. Their incorporation represents an advance in reducing emissions and improving experiences, typical of a tourism that, as defined by international bodies, 'satisfies needs without compromising the future, balancing the economic, social, and environmental,' highlighted the concessionaire. Growing Tourism Iguazú National Park closed 2025 with a total of 1,532,230 admissions, consolidating it as the best year since 2019, when it reached a record high of 1,635,000 visitors. This year, the expectation is to reach and exceed that pre-pandemic high. In 2025, the Park registered a 20% year-on-year growth, confirming the sustained recovery of tourism in the protected area and the renewed interest of national and international visitors to discover its landscapes and biodiversity. Of the total visitors, 39.8% were national residents, while 34.7% were foreign tourists. Among the most prominent international origins are Brazil (21.4%), the United States (11.6%), Germany (3.6%), Spain (4.7%), and France (4.0%), figures that consolidate the park as a reference destination for inbound tourism. Locomotive Characteristics – Model: CTY12/6GP – Adhesive Weight: 12 tons – Maximum Traction: 31.2 kN – Operating Speed: 10 km/h – AC Electric Motor: 2 × 30 kW – Braking System: mechanical, electric, and pneumatic – Custom cabin according to the design requested by Iguazú Argentina S.A. – Color: British Racing Green, in tune with the jungle environment. – Power Source: 192V and 560Ah lead-acid battery with 380V three-phase chargers.
