Alpha Trains: EURO4000 Locomotive Expansion Across Europe

“Alpha Trains boosts its fleet! 12 EURO4000 locomotives, equipped with ETCS Baseline 3, are coming in 2025 to enhance European rail capacity.
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Alpha Trains: EURO4000 Locomotive Expansion Across Europe
June 11, 2017 3:55 am
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Introduction

On December 6, 2023, Alpha Trains announced the acquisition of 12 EURO4000 locomotives from Stadler Rail Valencia, expanding its existing fleet of this model. These locomotives are destined for lease to various railway undertakings across Europe.

Acquisition Details

Alpha Trains finalized the purchase agreement for 12 EURO4000 locomotives with Stadler Rail Valencia. The delivery of these locomotives is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2025. The total investment for this acquisition amounts to over EUR 50 million.

Locomotive Specifications and Features

The EURO4000 locomotives are six-axle, 3 MW diesel-electric locomotives. They are designed to operate on various European networks and are equipped with the latest emission standards. Each locomotive has a starting tractive effort of 400 kN and a maximum speed of 140 km/h. They feature the latest ETCS Baseline 3 technology.

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Operational Capabilities and Planned Deployment

These EURO4000 locomotives are designed to be versatile, suitable for freight and passenger transport. The locomotives are planned to be deployed across several European countries, enhancing Alpha Trains’ capacity to meet the growing demand for modern and efficient rail transport solutions.

Strategic Expansion

The acquisition of these EURO4000 locomotives is part of Alpha Trains’ strategic plan to expand its fleet and support sustainable rail transport. This investment reinforces Alpha Trains’ commitment to provide modern, reliable rolling stock to its customers.

Conclusion

Alpha Trains has purchased 12 EURO4000 locomotives from Stadler Rail Valencia for over EUR 50 million, with deliveries beginning in Q1 2025. These locomotives will be deployed across Europe to enhance rail transport capacity.

Company Summary

Alpha Trains: Alpha Trains is a rolling stock leasing company that provides locomotives and passenger trains to railway operators across Europe.

Stadler Rail Valencia: Stadler Rail Valencia is a Spanish subsidiary of Stadler Rail, a manufacturer of rolling stock.

Technology

ETCS Baseline 3: The European Train Control System (ETCS) is a signaling and control system for railways. Baseline 3 is the latest version of the ETCS system.