Leasing Company Akiem Signs Framework Agreement for 52 TRAXX Locomotives with Bombardier
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- First call-off includes 26 locomotives
- The TRAXX platform enables Akiem to offer locomotives in multiple countries
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Rolling stock leasing company Akiem and rail technology leader Bombardier
Transportation have signed a framework agreement for 52 BOMBARDIER TRAXX AC and
MS(i) locomotives with options for additional call offs. The agreement is
conditional upon financial closing related to Akiem Holding. The first batch
subject to the fulfillment of the condition of 26 locomotives ordered from this
framework agreement is valued at a list price of approximately 95 million euro
($107 million USD). Deliveries of the first units are scheduled to take place in
2017.
With a large selection of TRAXX AC3, and MS locomotives, this partnership allows
for various technical options, such as the Last Mile and remote control feature
for TRAXX AC locomotives.
The TRAXX locomotives supplied will be configured for use in 13 countries and
will be fully compliant to the latest European standards including ETCS
(European Train Control System) Baseline 3, when required. This will give Akiem
the opportunity to extend the operational range of its locomotives and offer its
customers a high degree of flexibility.
In addition to the above mentioned framework agreement, Akiem exercised an
option for the delivery of five TRAXX DC(i) locomotives, related to a previous
contract.
"This significant investment with Bombardier will extend Akiem's fleet up to
100 TRAXX locomotives by 2018. We are accelerating our positioning on German and
Austrian national markets as well as major European corridors towards Sweden,
Benelux, Switzerland, Italy, Poland and Central Europe" said Fabien Rochefort,
CEO of Akiem: "Through this successful partnership with Bombardier, Akiem keeps
developing services combining performance, proximity and security to meet our
clients' requirements."
Michael Fohrer, President, Locomotives, Light Rail Vehicles and Services,
Bombardier Transportation, added, "We have been working with Akiem since 2011
and we are extremely happy to continue our long term partnership under this
frame contract. This agreement enables Bombardier to consolidate the TRAXX
locomotive's presence in some of the most promising rail corridors."
The locomotives are powered by BOMBARDIER MITRAC traction converters offering
unmatched reliability. The sophisticated MITRAC control system offers safe and
energy efficient traction power for sustainable mobility. MITRAC equipment
drives more than 3,000 locomotives globally.
About Akiem
Akiem is the European leader for the rental of locomotives. Its fleet is made up
of over 350 locomotives able to operate throughout 13 countries in Europe and
North Africa. Working closely with its clients, Akiem develops industrial
solutions and innovative services to flexibly respond to their challenges.
About Bombardier Transportation
Bombardier Transportation is a global leader in rail technology and offers the
broadest portfolio in the industry. It covers the full spectrum of rail
solutions, ranging from trains to sub-systems and signalling. The company also
provides complete transport systems, e-mobility technology and maintenance
services. As an innovation driver, Bombardier Transportation continuously breaks
new ground in sustainable mobility. It provides integrated solutions that create
substantial benefits for operators, passengers and the environment.
Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Bombardier Transportation employs around
39,400 people and its products and services operate in over 60 countries.
About Bombardier
Bombardier is the world's leading manufacturer of both planes and trains.
Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility
worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable
transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our
employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.
Bombardier is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the
Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability
North America Index. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015, we posted
revenues of $18.2 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com
or follow us on Twitter (at)Bombardier.
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BOMBARDIER, TRAXX, MITRAC and The Evolution of Mobility are trademarks of
Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
(i)AC, DC and MS locomotives. Electric locomotives, designed for operating under
alternating current (AC) and Direct Current (DC) catenary system, and Multi-
System (MS) locomotive.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contacts:
Bombardier:
Sandy Roth
Communications, Western Europe,
Middle East and Africa
+44 02070720838
sandy.roth(at)rail.bombardier.com
Akiem:
Valerie Barral
Communications Coordinator
+33 1 71 15 67 64
valerie.barral(at)akiem.com
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