The total order, which includes an option for 50 additional locos, could reach a value of Є500m.
Rolling stock lessor Akiem has made an order for 30 of the most recent Newag Dragon-2 six-axle
electric locomotives from Polish rolling stock manufacturer Newag.
The order comprises of 10 Dragon-2 multi-system locomotives and 20 Dragon-2 DC locomotives fitted
with last-mile modules. The contract also features an option for up to 50 additional locomotives.
The contract also includes eight years of locomotive maintenance services by Newag, starting from
the date the initial 30 locomotives are delivered.
The maximum total value of the order will amount to approximately Є500m, including the maintenance
services provided by Newag.
“We are very pleased that Akiem, a leading European locomotive lessor, has chosen our platform of
six-axle Dragon-2 electric freight locomotives, placing the largest locomotive order by value in the
history of our company,” said Zbigniew Konieczek, chairman of the Newag management board.
“We are delighted to welcome Akiem as one of our strategic customers. We believe that our reliable
Dragon-2 locomotives will satisfy the commercial expectations of Akiem’s customers.”
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