Alstom to Supply 55 Locomotives to Ukrainian Railways
Alstom has signed a contract for the delivery of 55 Traxx Hauler locomotives to the Ukrainian railways, according to a company statement.
Contract Details and Financial Aspects
The contract for the delivery of Traxx Hauler locomotives is estimated at approximately 470 million euros and was recorded in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025/26. According to Alstom, the financing for this transaction will primarily come from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, contributing 300 million euros, and the World Bank, with an input of 190 million dollars. The locomotives will be manufactured in Belfort, France, and delivery will begin in 2027. The contract also includes the training of train drivers and maintenance staff, as well as the supply of certain parts.
Locomotive Specifications and Capabilities
The ordered Traxx Hauler locomotives are designed to meet the specific needs of the Ukrainian infrastructure. They will be equipped with four bogies in a double Bo-Bo configuration, with each axle powered by a separate traction motor. These dual-voltage locomotives will be able to operate under 3 kV DC and 25 kV AC traction systems. The power of the locomotives will range from 7.2 to 9.4 MW, allowing them to reach a maximum speed of 120 km/h. Alstom emphasizes that the locomotives will ensure high operational efficiency, reliability, and energy efficiency, enabling them to transport heavier loads than currently available solutions. They will also integrate safety systems and radio transmission tools manufactured in Ukraine.
Alstom’s Presence and Projects in Ukraine
In Ukraine, Alstom has been present since 2012 with an engineering center in Kharkiv, specializing in the development of railway traffic control systems. An office was opened in Kyiv in 2018 to support rolling stock projects, including those involving electric locomotives. Among the projects completed, Alstom modernized a 123 km railway section between Krasnohrad and Lozova. The company's activities in Ukraine also extend to other countries such as Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Sweden, with various railway traffic control systems.
