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European Loc Pool and Netzwerkbahn Sachsen strengthen German rail transport with second EuroDual
Frauenfeld / Dresden, July, 17, 2023
The European Loc Pool AG (ELP), a leading provider of locomotive leasing services, and Netzwerkbahn Sachsen GmbH (NeS) are pleased to announce their agreement for a second EuroDual locomotive under a 10-year full-service leasing agreement. Following the success of the first EuroDual, which is already in operation throughout Germany, NeS aims to expand its fleet and further strengthen rail transportation in the country.
“We deploy ELP’s EuroDual locomotive nationwide to transport heavy trains and serve even the most remote connections. Connection service is our top priority,” emphasizes Felix Hils, CEO of NeS.
The EuroDual locomotive from ELP has already demonstrated its performance in practical operations. NeS has deployed the first EuroDual locomotive to serve previously challenging routes and connections that were difficult to access due to the lack of overhead lines. With its high performance in diesel mode, flexible transition to electric mode, and improved traction with its six axles, the EuroDual meets the requirements of modern rail transport.
“To accelerate the modal shift and and transfer more goods to rail, it is extremely important to serve additional branch lines. NeS creates new transportation opportunities for companies to make their logistics more sustainable. The EuroDual, with its dual-mode capability (electric and diesel), is naturally the locomotive that can enable this,” says Willem Goosen, CEO of ELP.
ELP and NeS are eagerly looking forward to their collaboration and are confident that the second EuroDual will further strengthen and improve German rail transport. As a proud partner, ELP provides NeS with access to new, powerful hybrid locomotives. The delivery of the second EuroDual to NeS by the end of 2024 will support the company in continuing efficient and environmentally friendly freight transport.
More about the hybrid locomotives
European Loc Pool focuses on innovative six-axle hybrid locomotives with a power output of up to 2.8 MW diesel, 9 MW electric and a traction capacity of 500 kN. As standard, all vehicles are equipped with ETCS Baseline 3 for Level 2 operations. The first ELP EuroDual locomotives have been in service on the German rail network since April 2020. They enable operation on electrified and non-electrified lines as well as load-mile and shunting operations. All dual locomotives are equipped with radio remote control.
Starting in mid-2023, the second generation of ELP’s dual locomotives, the Euro9000, will be put into service as a hybrid multi-system electric locomotive designed for use in all European corridors. As the “launching customer,” European Loc Pool ordered the first ten Euro9000 locomotives from Stadler in May 2019. The first version with 1.9 MW of diesel and 9 MW of electric power at 500 kN tractive effort will be used in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, and Switzerland. Subsequently, the locomotive’s area of operation will be expanded to other countries and corridors.
About European Loc Pool AG
European Loc Pool (ELP) is a young, innovative leasing company for locomotives and was founded in May 2018. The company is headquartered in Frauenfeld, Switzerland. ELP ordered the first EuroDual locomotives in the third quarter of 2018 Since then, ELP has signed a framework agreement with Stadler for 100 Co’Co’ hybrid locomotives. From this agreement, 85 locomotives have already been leased under long-term full-service contracts with more than 30 operators in six countries. ELP targets rail operators and logistics companies across Europe and focuses on new innovative six-axle hybrid locomotives. ELP’s full-service leasing includes a comprehensive maintenance and insurance offer as well as the possibility to customise the exterior of the locomotives.
ELP is committed to sustainability and utilise advanced technology to reduce their environmental impact while improving operational performance. ELP’s experienced team of professionals prioritises safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness to exceed customer expectations.
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About Netzwerkbahn Sachsen
Netzwerkbahn Sachsen GmbH, also known as NeS, is an independent mid-sized railway transportation company based in the state capital of Dresden, Germany. The company was founded in 2011 and has been providing independent rail transport services since 2019. NeS also supplies qualified personnel in the railway transportation sector and operates as a managing railway undertaking for a branch line. NeS is constantly driven to utilize the rail transport mode in all its aspects and generate maximum potential in all areas.
For more information, please visit www.netzwerkbahn-sachsen.de or follow us on Instagram.
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