This new contract covers the leasing of three Siemens Eurosprinter 189 locomotives and associated maintenance to ensure the traction of freight wagons in Northern Italy.

Combining technical expertise, responsiveness and proximity, this collaboration confirms Akiem’s commitment to the region, and underlines Newag’s leadership in the design, supply and maintenance of locomotives.

Akiem, the leading European provider of turnkey solutions for the supply of locomotives and passenger trains, announces a far-reaching programme to restructure its maintenance value proposition, one of the key success factors for rail industry actors.

On the 30th of November Akiem and Talbot Services signed a contract for the overhaul of 23 TRAXX BR186 locomotives in 2024, including on-going maintenance in the following years.

Signed on 16 September 2023, the contract includes a binding order from Akiem for 30 of the most recent Newag Dragon-2 six‑axle electric locomotives: 10 Dragon-2 multi‑system locomotives and 20 Dragon-2 DC locomotives fitted with last‑mile modules.

Delivery includes locomotives with a top speed of 200 km/h.

GB Railfreight (GBRf) is proud to announce a new 10-year locomotive leasing deal with Akiem, a leading European rolling stock leasing company.