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The introduction of the Class 379s is part of a wider adjustment of GTR’s rolling stock allocation.
The project focuses on increasing rail-based vehicle transport capacity along the Mediterranean Corridor.
The procurement consists of 25 three-car and five four-car trainsets, with deliveries planned to begin in 2029.
With this certification, CRRC Ziyang becomes the only company in Western China with qualifications for C6 maintenance on both HXD1 and HXD1C models.
The total contract value is estimated at around 150 million euros.
The locomotives will be used for freight operations in Northern Italy, particularly on corridors connecting Italy with Germany and Slovenia.
Unlike the already-presented prototype, PESA is deploying new facelift to the 13-year-old platform.
The plan includes acquiring five mainline diesel-electric locomotives for freight transport and three diesel-electric shunting locomotives.
The company has leased U20C locomotives for freight movements, particularly for copper and other cargo transported from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to the Angolan border.
The refurbishment program involves 27 three-car units, with one train expected to re-enter service each month over the next two years.
With ongoing deliveries, these vehicles are gradually replacing older rolling stock in various regions, contributing to the modernization of the Czech Republic’s regional rail services.
The first delivered locomotive carries Akiem’s livery and will be introduced into service following completion of necessary procedures.
The locomotives, scheduled for delivery in 2027, will be added to the Widmer Rail Services fleet.
The event coincided with the tenth anniversary of the company’s first Transmontana acquisition.
The dual traction capability will allow Leo Express to continue running its services across existing routes after anticipated transition to 25 kV AC catenary system.
ProTrain plans to integrate these locomotives into its fleet as part of efforts to modernize operations.
With its deployment, the DE 18 replaces two older three-axle shunting locomotives previously tasked with handling logistics at the Sengenthal facility.
Combined with previous order, they represent a substantial investment exceeding $500 million, making this project one of Wabtec's largest international contracts in recent years.
By summer 2026, nearly half of the electric locomotives in daily operation are planned to be modern units, contributing to improved operations for passenger services, particularly intercity routes.
These units will be deployed on the railway line connecting Bari, Barletta, and the Karol Wojtyla International Airport, as part of a broader fleet renewal plan.