Alstom plans development of locomotive maintenance centre in Poland

“For many years, Alstom’s solutions have helped rail operators achieve their strategic goals while contributing to the development of a sustainable and low-emission Trans-European Transport Network. In this context, operators in the region are increasingly investing in modern, energy-efficient rolling stock. This, in turn, is driving growing demand for comprehensive service solutions. At Alstom, we are committed to meeting this demand by offering technical support to our customers,” emphasizes Beata Rusinowicz, Managing Director of Alstom in Poland.

“The letter we signed with Alstom today heralds a strong partnership. A partnership that is being forged here in Poland. Our country's importance on the European railway map is steadily growing – it's no coincidence that we signed the letter of intent at the TRAKO trade fair, where we celebrate, among other things, Polish rolling stock solutions and technology that are changing the shape and direction of railway development. Our Rybnik production and repair facility is one of the most modern in this part of Europe, and its attractive location guarantees optimal conditions for the maintenance and inspection of s Traxx locomotives,” comments Marek Staszek, President of DB Cargo Polska.

Since 2000, more than 6000 Alstom locomotives have been ordered worldwide, confirming the company’s key role in transforming global rail transport toward lower emissions. In addition, Alstom is a leader in the locomotive maintenance segment, currently servicing over 2,450 locomotives globally, including more than 600 modern multi-system Traxx locomotives. Their modular platform enables operation in both passenger and freight transport for domestic and cross-border services. These vehicles cover a total of more than 300 million kilometers per year across 20 European countries.

In recent months, Traxx Universal locomotives have become the preferred choice for key operators in Central and Eastern Europe. Alstom is currently fulfilling orders including 40 locomotives for OnTrain, 18 locomotives for CLIP Intermodal, and 3 for Captrain Polska. The homologation of these vehicles encompasses, in addition to Poland, the main transport corridors in Europe—from France, the Benelux, Sweden and Germany, through Austria, Italy, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, to Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia. Locomotive production takes place at Alstom’s plant in Kassel, while key components, such as carbodies, are manufactured in Wrocław, highlighting the importance of Polish facilities in the global supply chain.

Alstom is the market leader in rail services, supporting customers over the entire asset lifecycle with the broadest portfolio of services solutions. Alstom’s FlexCare Perform™ maintenance services are tailored to customer needs and operational requirements, from technical support with spares to fully outsourced maintenance solutions. Alstom maintains over 35,500 vehicles worldwide and is a trusted partner for servicing both Alstom and non-Alstom rail assets. 

Alstom is the largest manufacturer of rolling stock in Poland. Rail vehicles and railway traffic control systems produced by Alstom in Poland are operated in many countries across Europe and the Middle East. In Poland, Alstom currently employs over 4,700 people.

DB Cargo Polska, in addition to transport and rail siding services, offers the production and repair of rolling stock, including periodic maintenance of freight wagons, as well as ongoing and scheduled repairs and inspections of diesel locomotives (TEM2, T448p, S200, 311D, Class66, BR232, DE6400), electric locomotives (3E, E181, E182, BR186, BR189, Vectron), and track maintenance equipment.

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