Wabtec Corporation and Western Railways have renewed their locomotive services agreement at Gandhidham Maintenance Shed in Gujarat. Covering 250 locomotives over three years, the agreement underscores Wabtec’s commitment to maintaining India’s freight fleet’s reliability. Services include maintenance, overhauls, logistics, and diagnostics to support operations on India’s busiest freight corridor.
Key Highlights of the Agreement:
- The renewal covers the maintenance of 250 Wabtec locomotives for three years.
- Services include regular maintenance, overhauls, material and warehouse management, shed oversight, logistics, and remote diagnostics.
- The Gandhidham Maintenance Shed plays a pivotal role in supporting freight corridors transporting coal, cement, foodgrains, fertilizers, iron ore, and containers.
MD Stated:
Mr. Sandeep Selot, Managing Director and Vice President, Wabtec Freight Business, India, said, “The Gandhidham Maintenance Shed represents a commitment to excellence, delivering high availability, reliability, and setting new quality standards for locomotive service operations in India.” This renewal continues to complement our existing locomotive maintenance operations in Roza in the north and Gooty in the southern part of the country.
Wabtec’s India Footprint:
Wabtec is a leading rail equipment supplier in India, with over 600 locomotives supplied to Indian Railways and subsystems installed in 18,000 LHB coaches. The company employs 3,000 people across the country, showcasing its strong local presence and commitment to innovation.
Conclusion:
The renewed agreement at Gandhidham Maintenance Shed marks another milestone in Wabtec’s long-standing collaboration with Indian Railways. By ensuring top-tier maintenance services and operational reliability, Wabtec reinforces its role in powering India’s freight corridors while driving technological excellence in the railway sector.
Source: Wabtec – Press Release | Image Credit: Wabtec
