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Press Release02 September 2024Siemens MobilityAntwerp
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
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.
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
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
tp 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.
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
