Siemens Mobility receives major order for 50 Vectron Dual Mode locomotives from Akiem

Akiem, the European leader in locomotive and passenger train leasing and maintenance, announces that it has placed a firm order with Siemens Mobility for 10 Vectron Dual Mode (VDM) locomotives, with an option for 40 additional locomotives. This order is part of the framework agreement signed in August 2021 for the supply of locomotives and associated services. The first locomotives are to be delivered in the 4th quarter of 2026. Akiem previously firmly ordered 100 Vectron locomotives from Siemens Mobility in different batches since 2021.

“We are delighted that Akiem has again decided for Siemens Mobility and ordered 50 more Vectron locomotives to their fleet,” said Steffen Bobsien, Vice President Locomotives & Coaches, Siemens Mobility GmbH. “We are especially pleased that the Vectron, with its unique modular design, will be making a significant contribution to rail services on electrified and on non-electrified lines in the Akiem fleet. We have now sold more than 2,700 Vectrons, which is clear proof of customer satisfaction."

"Vectron Dual Mode is today the most reliable and cost-effective solution for railway operators that intend to step away from pure diesel traction. This locomotive, fitted with ERTMS, can operate in an agile way on both electrified and non-electrified infrastructure without compromise on speed and haulage capacity. We are proud to add this offer in addition to our existing Electric Vectron portfolio," stated Fabien Rochefort, CEO Akiem. "By constantly investing in our locomotive portfolio, we are intending to contribute to the rejuvenation of rail freight and passenger transport and commit to a greener rail sector."

Delivering a maximum power of 2.4 megawatts in electric mode and 2 megawatts in diesel mode, the ordered locomotives will be able to perform freight operations at speeds of up to 160 km/h. They will be operated in Germany and Austria, with the possibility of expanding to other European countries (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Bulgaria). The Vectron Dual Mode is designed to operate on both electrified and non-electrified routes. By changing from electric to diesel mode, there is no need to switch locomotives.

To date, Siemens Mobility has sold Vectron locomotives to over 100 customers, totaling more than 2,700 units, and the fleet has covered over one billion kilometers in service. Locomotives based on the Vectron platform have been approved for operation in 20 European countries.

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