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Shaping the Future of Rail Freight: European Loc Pool expands its versatile portfolio

Frauenfeld [10/01/2025] European Loc Pool (ELP), a leading provider of innovative locomotive full-service leasing solutions, continues to expand its reach with incumbents, private operators and “shippers” in new industrial segments. While ELP has long been a trusted partner for rail operators in Europe, an increasing number of state-owned operators now rely on its versatile six-axle hybrid locomotives. This growth underlines the broad appeal of ELP’s value proposition which is tailored to meet the challenging demands of modern rail logistics. Recent additions to ELP’s customer base, such as Rail Cargo Group (RCG), the freight division of the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB), and Verkehrsbetriebe Peine-Salzgitter (VPS), the “inhouse” rail freight operators of Salzgitter AG, a dominant producer in Germany’s steel industry, highlight the growing reliance on ELP’s versatile locomotive solutions across different sectors. ELP’s EuroDual for Verkehrsbetriebe Peine-Salzgitter (VPS) Dr. Johannes Dreier, Managing Director of VPS, emphasized the importance of the new locomotives: “The handover of our new EuroDual hybrid locomotives marks another milestone in our activities to decarbonize rail freight transport and the Salzgitter Group’s logistics chain. In this way, we are supporting the transformation of our Group’s internal customers and improving the efficiency of our raw material transports thanks to the increased loading capacity.” These partnerships join a growing list of customers, including Green Cargo, MEG, DB Cargo, and CargoNet. ELP’s commitment to serving diverse industries – including intermodal, construction, heavy dry and wet bulk goods, automotive, timber, retail, and now steel – continues to drive its success. Driving sustainability and efficiency ELP’s hybrid locomotives stand out for their ability to handle heavier and longer trains with a single unit, offering up to 40% higher payloads while reducing traction costs. Their hybrid capabilities ensure seamless traction across electrified and non-electrified lines, providing significant flexibility for first- and last-mile operations. For RCG, the EuroDual’s hybrid capabilities are a game changer. “The EuroDuals provide us with the necessary flexibility and efficiency to respond to rising costs and challenges in first- and last-mile operations,” explained Cenk Seringölge, Geschäftsführer von Rail Cargo Logistics – Germany. “Their hybrid capability enables seamless operation, significantly enhancing our competitiveness and allowing us to deliver tailored logistics solutions.” ELP’s EuroDual for Rail Cargo Group “Our locomotives combine sustainability with unmatched operational efficiency, making them a natural choice for both private, public operators and “blue-chip-shippers”. This growing diversity in our customer base showcases the versatility and reliability of our leasing solutions,” said Willem Goosen, CEO of European Loc Pool. “Our ability to adapt to different industries and operational needs, from national railways to specialized industrial players and private operators, sets us apart. We are proud to support our customers in optimizing their logistics while advancing sustainability,” Goosen added. With its proven full-service leasing model, ELP continues to empower public and private rail operators to meet the challenges of modern freight transport head-on, while driving future innovation in sustainable rail solutions. More about Hybrid Locomotives European Loc Pool (ELP) focuses on innovative six-axle hybrid locomotives from Stadler, thereby setting new standards in European rail freight transport. The EuroDual and Euro9000 locomotives revolutionize European Rail Freight with their combination of electric and diesel operation, also enabling seamless last-mile and shunting operations. The EuroDual, as a forerunner in the portfolio of European Loc Pool, is a game-changer in rail freight. With its tractive effort of 500 kN and a performance of up to 2.8 MW in diesel and 6.2 MW in electric operation, it offers up to 40% higher loading capacity. The EuroDual is already successfully in operation in Germany, Austria, France, and Scandinavia and was recently approved in Serbia. Slovenia and Croatia will follow in the first quarter of 2024. EuroDual Locomotive | European Loc Pool The Euro9000, the ‘next generation’ locomotive, stands for peak performance in the European rail industry. With a tractive effort of 500 kN and a performance of up to 1.9 MW in diesel and 9 MW in electric operation, it enables up to 40% higher loading capacity. As a hybrid multi-system electric locomotive, the Euro9000 expands the geographical deployment and efficiency on the European Rail Network. In addition to the advantages in last-mile- and shunting operations, the Euro9000 distinguishes itself on 3kV DC tracks with a special capability: it features a ‘boost’ capability, enabling it to combine its electric power with the diesel engines, leading to an impressive total performance of 7.7MW at the wheels. As the ‘launching customer’, European Loc Pool ordered the first ten Euro9000 locomotives from Stadler already in May 2019, and since mid-2023, the ‘next generation’ locomotive has been operating in Europe. The Euro9000 is approved in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and Belgium. Italy will follow in 2024. Euro9000 Locomotive | European Loc Pool About European Loc Pool AG European Loc Pool (ELP) is a leading provider of innovative leasing and services for locomotives, based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland. ELP’s full-service leasing package includes preventative and corrective maintenance (including major overhauls), covered with corresponding availability and reliability guarantees. Additionally, ELP offers locomotive driver training and an innovative insurance package tailored to modern, six-axle hybrid locomotives. Since its establishment in May 2018, ELP has ordered 124 locomotives, of which over 100 have been leased, and has already serviced over 30 operators in 6 countries. The vision of ELP is to positively disrupt the European Rail Freight Industry. The experienced team at ELP places great emphasis on safety, reliability, cost-efficiency, and sustainability to exceed customer expectations. For further information, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, or YouTube. Press contact European Loc Pool: Henrike Wilkens Marketing & Communications E-mail: Henrike.Wilkens@europeanlocpool.com

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Exclusive interview with Stefan Sachmann from BSAS about his experiences with the EuroDual and collaboration with European Loc Pool

European Loc Pool (ELP) is proud to offer the EuroDual as an innovative and forward-thinking solution for rail freight transport. Stefan Sachmann, Managing Director of BSAS EisenbahnVerkehrs GmbH & Co. KG, has relied on the flexibility and performance of the ELP EuroDual from the very beginning. With this locomotive, his team has successfully established a niche business and taken the company to the next level.BSAS was among the first companies to lease a EuroDual from ELP to build their own railway transport company. Today, they have three EuroDuals in their fleet. In this interview, Stefan Sachmann shares fascinating insights into his experiences with the EuroDual – from its versatile applicability to the trusting collaboration with ELP.1. What are your experiences with the EuroDual and its performance in your operations? “Our experiences with the EuroDuals have been consistently positive. In my more than 25 years of professional experience, I have never encountered a locomotive that was so reliable and powerful right from the start. The EuroDual had virtually no teething problems and impressed us from the very first operation. What is particularly remarkable is how this locomotive, despite its impressive size and mass, operates with such high efficiency and reliability. The EuroDual is a true innovation in rail freight transport and has made a significant contribution to our success over the past five years.” 2. What advantages or challenges do you see in using the EuroDual in your industry? “The EuroDual is the perfect locomotive for our business model. It offers us maximum flexibility, as it is fully operational in both diesel and electric mode. This saves us additional vehicle resources and allows us to serve first/last-mile transport or flexibly bypass construction sites. At the same time, we are impressed that the locomotive can haul the same load in diesel mode as in electric mode – without any limitations. This versatility is a crucial advantage for us and our customers, who highly appreciate this flexibility.” 3. What do you value in your collaboration with ELP? “Our collaboration with ELP is special. As one of the first lessees of the EuroDual, we built our business together with ELP and have grown together ever since. Communication is excellent, and we always find acceptable solutions together.”Thank you, Stefan Sachmann, for the interview and the long-standing partnership. We greatly appreciate it and look forward to continuing to support you with our solutions in the future. Wishing you safe journeys and continued success! The two managing directors of BSAS, Stefan Sachmann (left) & Alexander Stein (right). More about Hybrid Locomotives European Loc Pool (ELP) focuses on innovative six-axle hybrid locomotives from Stadler, setting new standards in European rail freight transport. The EuroDual and Euro9000 locomotives are revolutionizing European rail freight transport with their combination of electric and diesel operation, enabling seamless last-mile and shunting operations.The EuroDual, a pioneer in European Loc Pool’s portfolio, is a game-changer in rail freight transport. With a tractive effort of 500 kN and a power output of up to 2.8 MW in diesel mode and 6.2 MW in electric mode, it offers up to 40% higher load capacity. The EuroDual is already successfully operating in Germany, Austria, France, and Scandinavia and was recently approved in Serbia. Slovenia and Croatia will follow in the first quarter of 2024.EuroDualLokomotive | European Loc Pool About European Loc Pool AGEuropean Loc Pool (ELP) is a leading provider of innovative leasing and services for locomotives, based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland. ELP’s full-service leasing package includes preventive and corrective maintenance (including overhauls), covered by corresponding availability and reliability guarantees. Additionally, ELP offers driver training and an innovative insurance package tailored to modern six-axle hybrid locomotives. Since its founding in May 2018, ELP has ordered 124 locomotives, leased over 100, and served more than 30 operators in 6 countries.ELP’s vision is to positively disrupt the European rail freight industry. The experienced ELP team places great value on safety, reliability, cost efficiency, and sustainability to exceed customer expectations.For more information, please visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, or YouTube. Press contact European Loc Pool: Henrike Wilkens Marketing & Communications E-mail: Henrike.Wilkens@europeanlocpool.com

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