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HRS opts for the Euro9000: Flexibility and performance that convince

Ahrensburg / Frauenfeld, December 2025

HRS is expanding its fleet with a Euro9000 locomotive. According to Managing Director Adem Gülaz, the key factors behind the decision were the locomotive’s exceptional performance and high versatility. The Euro9000 will enable HRS to operate both heavy ore trains and short-notice work trains with just one locomotive in the future. “With the Euro9000, we are ready for any challenge,” says Gülaz.

Thanks to its enormous tractive power, HRS can eliminate the need for double traction, making operations more efficient. The decision in favour of the Euro9000 was evaluated over several years. Today, the company sees the timing as ideal: “I can now say with pride that our company is large enough and that a locomotive like this fits perfectly into our portfolio.”

Gülaz rates the collaboration with ELP very positively, highlighting the partnership-based communication and cooperation at eye level. “Communication has been very good and collaborative throughout,” he says.

The handover of the first of two Euro9000 locomotives is imminent and it will enter service with HRS from December 2025.

About HRS

Hamburger Rail Service GmbH & Co. KG (HRS) is one of the largest private rail freight companies in Germany, headquartered in Hamburg. With a modern fleet, qualified specialists and tailored logistics solutions, HRS offers a wide range of services in rail freight transport. The company is currently expanding its fleet with two powerful Euro9000 locomotives to operate even more flexibly and efficiently in the future.

Under the leadership of Managing Director Adem Gülaz, HRS aims to provide sustainable and cost-effective transport solutions for customers in Germany and across Europe. HRS places particular emphasis on safety, high operational readiness and long-term partnerships with customers and clients.

With 24/7 operations, short decision-making paths and a strong team of experienced railway professionals, HRS sees itself not only as a service provider, but as a reliable partner in European rail freight transport.

More about hybrid locomotives

European Loc Pool (ELP) focuses on innovative six axle hybrid locomotives from Stadler, setting new standards in European Rail Freight. The EuroDual and Euro9000 locomotives are transforming rail operations with their combined electric and diesel capabilities, enabling smooth last mile and shunting operations.

The Euro9000 is the new multi system hybrid locomotive for pan European operation. It delivers a tractive effort of up to 500 kN, with 1.9 MW power in diesel mode and up to 9 MW in electric mode. The Euro9000 platform is an evolution of the successful EuroDual and Euro4000 locomotive families from Stadler.

About European Loc Pool AG

European Loc Pool is a leading provider of innovative locomotive leasing and maintenance services based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland. Its Full Service-Leasing packages include modern six axle hybrid locomotives tailored to the specific needs of each customer. Since its founding in May 2018, ELP has supported more than 33 operators in five countries.

ELP is committed to sustainability, implementing advanced technologies to reduce environmental impact while improving operational performance. The experienced ELP team places strong emphasis on safety, reliability and cost efficiency to exceed customer expectations.

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Press contact ELP:
Morena Di Nardo
Marketing & Communications
E-mail: morena.dinardo@europeanlocpool.com

Press contact HRS:
marketing@railservice.hamburg