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EXCITING: PKP Intercity Gears Up for 2025 with New Electric Locomotives

EXCITING: PKP Intercity Gears Up for 2025 with New Electric Locomotives
photo: PKP Intercity/EXCITING: PKP Intercity Gears Up for 2025 with New Electric Locomotives
18 / 10 / 2023

PKP Intercity has embarked on a significant step forward in modernizing its fleet. The firm recently opened bids for a major procurement, aiming to introduce 46 new single-system electric locomotives by 2025. Designed for speeds of up to 160 km/h and integrated with the advanced ETCS Level 2 safety system, these additions will complement the carrier's larger vision, ensuring that by 2030, every vehicle in its repertoire will be either brand new or substantially revamped.

This ambitious strategy saw its latest chapter unfold when the company invited bids for the aforesaid locomotives earlier in August. After reviewing the submissions, Newag S.A. emerged as the sole manufacturer to have thrown its hat in the ring. This bid, while promising, will undergo a meticulous verification process to ensure it aligns with the tender's stipulated conditions. The overarching objective is to guarantee the proposed locomotives meet both the quality benchmarks and functional requirements laid out by PKP Intercity.

The timeline outlined for this endeavour is precise: all 46 locomotives should be operational, hitting Polish tracks by 2025. What adds a unique touch to this procurement is the collaborative maintenance plan. The manufacturer, Newag S.A., will not only supply the vehicles but also be actively involved in their maintenance, working alongside PKP Intercity's dedicated team. With a significant budget of PLN 1,173,469,200.00 set aside for this project, it's evident that the national carrier is deeply committed to revamping its operations, reinforcing Poland's position as a hub of modern rail transit in Europe.

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