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Towards the end of this year, the first batch of Vectron mainline locomotives will start operating on Swiss rails for domestic freight transport.
The modernization involves extensive upgrades, with most components of the original locomotives replaced, leaving only the chassis from the old units.
The company has announced plans to establish North America’s first high-speed rail production facility in Horseheads, New York.
The fleet replacement forms part of Grand Central’s broader application to the UK rail regulator, which, if approved, would secure its services until 2038.
Further details regarding the procurement process and timeline are expected to be released when the official contract notice is issued in the coming weeks.
New Vectrons would complement the current fleet of 10 leased from RS Lease.
Alpha Trains and Siemens Mobility signed a framework agreement in July 2024 for the supply of up to 70 Vectron locomotives, including an initial order for 35 locomotives.
Koleje Dolnośląskie’s fleet will exceed 100 trains, solidifying its position as the largest operator of Elf trains in Poland.
Testing has commenced on the UK’s first intercity battery-powered train, a significant step towards reducing emissions on the national rail network.
Captrain Polska, which has been using Traxx locomotives for over a decade, is adding these new units to its fleet as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its operational capabilities.
The RS ZERO stands out with its dual power options, offering both hydrogen and battery-driven propulsion systems designed for emission-free operations on non-electrified rail lines.
The transaction is part of GATX's ongoing efforts to broaden its leasing operations, which include a wide array of rail equipment.
Further deliveries are scheduled, with the full order set to be fulfilled in the coming months.
The workshop expands capabilities of RS Lease to include in-house maintenance and servicing for its growing fleet of Siemens Vectron locomotives, as well as offering these services to external operators.
This is the second region in Czechia intending to buy its own trains and a second region in the country to deploy BEMUs.
In February 2024, ŁKA ordered 4 of the same EMUs, thus, the final fleet will increase by 14 new PESA trains.
Arrival of new rolling stock will support New Zealand's rail freight.
The refreshed look, featuring a more prominent use of the company’s green colour and a dynamic visual style, aims to strengthen brand identity and attract more passengers.
More details about the delivery of Alstom TRAXX 3MS locomotives to ARF.
Before the new Stadler FLIRT trains arrive at Nordland route, the 40-year-old locomotives need one more overhaul to keep the north of Norway connected.