Knorr-Bremse’s India High-Speed Rail Contract: Mumbai-Ahmedabad Project

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Introduction

Knorr-Bremse has been awarded a contract by BEML Ltd to supply system technologies for at least two prototypes of India’s first high-speed trains, designed to operate on the 558 km Mumbai-Ahmedabad high-speed track. The project, which includes a 22-km underwater tunnel, aims to reduce travel times between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Knorr-Bremse will begin supplying the solutions in the second quarter of 2026.

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Contract Details

BEML Ltd awarded Knorr-Bremse a contract for the supply of system technologies, including braking and entrance systems as well as air conditioning and sanitary systems for at least two prototypes of India’s first high-speed trains. The contract includes maintenance, repair, and spare parts supply for the installed system technologies from Knorr-Bremse RailServices over a period of 15 years. The current contract to equip the two train prototypes could be followed by an order for a further ten train sets from BEML.

Project Scope and Timeline

BEML will initially manufacture two prototypes of the new train platform. Knorr-Bremse will supply customer-specific system solutions starting in the second quarter of 2026.

Technical Specifications and Infrastructure

The BEML trains are designed for speeds up to 280 km/h and will operate on 558 km of high-speed track between Mumbai and Ahmedabad in western India. The corridor includes a 22-km underwater tunnel.

Strategic Significance

The high-speed corridor is part of a comprehensive mobility initiative. Further high-speed corridors are being examined, underscoring the future momentum of Indian rail mobility.

Executive Commentary

Frank Uder, member of the management board of Knorr-Bremse Asia Pacific, highlighted the existing collaboration between BEML and Knorr-Bremse on rail projects in India, and the company’s commitment to providing advanced system solutions. The company’s local engineering capabilities in its plant in Palwal and its technology center in Pune were also mentioned.

Conclusion

Knorr-Bremse will provide system technologies for the high-speed trains, with Knorr-Bremse RailServices handling maintenance and spare parts for 15 years. The trains, designed for 280 km/h, will operate on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor.

Company Summary

BEML Ltd: The rolling stock builder responsible for manufacturing the new train platform.

Knorr-Bremse: Awarded the contract to supply system technologies, including braking, entrance, air conditioning, and sanitary systems. Also, through Knorr-Bremse RailServices, will provide maintenance, repair, and spare parts.

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