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DPB Rail Infra Service GmbH and European Loc Pool AG have entered into a new partnership.
Frauental/Frauenfeld, 04. November 2025
With the signing of a Full-Service Leasing agreement for two EuroDual locomotives, DPB is expanding its fleet with powerful hybrid locomotives and strengthening its position in rail freight transport.
For DPB, the versatility of the EuroDual played a decisive role in their decision.
“The flexibility of the EuroDual was a key factor in our decision. The ability to operate both in diesel and electric mode with a locomotive that delivers high tractive power was particularly important to us. This allows us to react flexibly to different operating conditions and to cover new business areas that were previously not economically viable,” explains Niklas Bisenberger, Head of Rail at DPB.
The locomotive’s performance was also a crucial factor:
“A clear advantage lies in its high performance. It is approximately 1.5 times more powerful than a Vectron, which enables its use on demanding routes. When deployed strategically, it significantly increases our competitiveness and opens up new market opportunities.”
DPB also values the collaboration with ELP very positively:
“We appreciate ELP’s strong customer orientation and the quality of their services, which ensure smooth and efficient project execution.”
ELP also welcomes the new partnership:
“We are proud to welcome DPB as a new customer. The decision to lease two EuroDuals reflects the confidence in the performance of our hybrid locomotives and demonstrates that flexibility, efficiency and sustainability are becoming increasingly important in rail freight transport,” says Willem Goosen, CEO of European Loc Pool.
The two EuroDual locomotives will enter operation in mid-2026 and will run on both national and international routes.
More about DPB Rail Infra Service GmbH
DPB Rail Infra Service GmbH, based in Frauental (Styria), is part of the DPB Group and offers comprehensive services in Rail Logistics and Freight Transport. The company operates its own multi-system locomotives, carries out shunting operations and siding services, performs wagon inspections, and provides qualified railway personnel. In addition to freight transport, DPB Rail Infra Service is also active in signalling and safety technology as well as training, standing for the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency in railway operations.
More about the Hybrid Locomotives
European Loc Pool focuses on innovative six-axle hybrid locomotives with up to 2.8 MW diesel power, 9 MW electric power, and 500 kN tractive effort. All locomotives are equipped as standard with ETCS Baseline 3 for operation on category 2 lines.
The first ELP EuroDual locomotives have been in operation on the German rail network since April 2020. They enable operation on both electrified and non-electrified routes, as well as in last-mile and shunting service. All Dual locomotives are equipped with remote control.
Since mid-2023, ELP’s second-generation hybrid multi-system locomotive, the Euro9000, has been operating across European corridors. As the “launch
customer”, European Loc Pool ordered the first ten Euro9000 locomotives from Stadler in May 2019. The first version, with 1.9 MW diesel and 9 MW electric power output and 500 kN tractive effort, operates in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, and Switzerland. The locomotive’s operational area will subsequently expand to additional countries and corridors.
About European Loc Pool AG
European Loc Pool (ELP) is a leading provider of innovative locomotive leasing and maintenance solutions based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland. Its full-service leasing packages include modern six-axle hybrid locomotives tailored to customers’ specific needs.
Since its foundation in May 2018, ELP has supported more than 30 operators across five countries. The company is committed to sustainability, applying advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact while improving operational performance. ELP’s experienced team places great emphasis on safety, reliability, and cost efficiency to exceed customer expectations.
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