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- 02. wrzesień 2024
- Komunikat Prasowy | Alpha Trains
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Alpha Trains expands fleet with up to 70 new Vectrons
- Framework contract for 70 locomotives, including an initial order for 35 locomotives
- Multiple variants including Vectron Multi-System and Vectron Dual Mode
- Includes the first ever Vectrons for France
- Extension of the existing service contract to cover maintenance in Belgium and France
Antwerp, 2 September 2024 - Alpha Trains, the largest private rolling stock lessor in Continental Europe, is proud to announce the expansion of its fleet by up to 70 Vectron locomotives.
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. The framework agreement foresees the provision of multiple variants of Vectron locomotives, including Multi-System and Dual Mode units.
The new Vectron locomotives have a maximum power of up to 6.4 megawatts and a top speed of up to 200 km/h. They complement the existing Alpha Trains fleet of Vectron MS, AC and Vectron Dual Mode models. The Vectrons will be manufactured at the Siemens Mobility plant in Munich-Allach and the first delivery is expected towards the end of 2026.
The order includes the delivery of the first Vectron multi-system locomotives for France, capable of operating on the North-South corridor across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Belgium, The Netherlands, France and optionally Luxembourg.
Additionally, the service contract signed by Alpha Trains and Siemens Mobility in 2023 has been amended to cover maintenance of the new ordered fleet in Belgium and France as well.
This decision underlines Alpha Trains′ commitment to expanding its presence in the French market and promoting sustainable transport solutions across Europe.
“We are very pleased to be able to further increase our fleet of Vectron locomotives yet again and to further strengthen our market position, especially in the French market. There is a growing demand from our existing and new customers for efficient and state-of-the-art multi-system locomotives. With this latest order, we can ensure that our customers have the highest possible operational flexibility on all their routes with a proven and highly available platform.” said Vincent Pouyet, Managing Director of the Locomotives Division of Alpha Trains.
"We are delighted to continue our successful partnership with Alpha Trains and glad to support their fleet expansion with our Vectron locomotives. The inclusion of our multi-system and dual mode variants in the framework agreement reflects our commitment to providing Alpha Trains and their customers with the most versatile and efficient solutions for their railway operations. We are especially proud to deliver the first multi-system locomotives for France, which demonstrate their capabilities in terms of power, speed and cross-border operations. This milestone achievement will not only enhance Alpha Trains′ existing fleet, but also play a significant role in advancing sustainable transportation throughout Europe,” said Albrecht Neumann, CEO Rolling Stock Siemens Mobility.
About Alpha Trains
Alpha Trains is the leading private rolling stock lessor in Continental Europe. A total of 140 employees from 19 countries work in offices in Luxembourg, Antwerp, Cologne, Madrid, Paris and Warsaw. Alpha Trains owns more than 1,000 locomotives and passenger trains and offers tailor-made leasing solutions, comprehensive know-how in maintenance and vehicle repairs as well as long-term experience in the financing of new-build projects. Alpha Trains’ fleets are in use at many public and private operators in 22 European countries. Alpha Trains’ shareholders are APG, Arcus European Trains, PGGM and Swiss Life.
About Siemens Mobility
Siemens Mobility is a separately managed company of Siemens AG. As a leader in intelligent transport solutions for more than 175 years, Siemens Mobility is constantly innovating its portfolio. Its core areas include rolling stock, rail automation and electrification, a comprehensive software portfolio, turnkey systems as well as related services. With digital products and solutions, Siemens Mobility is enabling mobility operators worldwide to make infrastructure intelligent, increase value sustainably over the entire lifecycle, enhance passenger experience and guarantee availability. In fiscal year 2023, which ended on September 30, 2023, Siemens Mobility posted revenue of €10.5 billion and employed around 39,800 people worldwide.
Further information is available at: www.siemens.com/mobility
Contact
Alpha Trains Group
Elke Diederich, PR & Marketing Officer
Phone: +49 221 9140 9016
elke.diederich@alphatrains.eu
Siemens Mobility GmbH
Claas Belling, Head of Media Relations
Phone: +49 (173) 6901586
claas.belling@siemens.com
www.siemens.com/mobility