Polish Banks Invest 1.9 Billion Zlotys in the Purchase of 75 Flirt Electric Trains for Koleje Mazowieckie

Two Polish banks, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego and PKO Bank Polski, have approved financing in the amount of 1.9 billion zlotys (€440 million) for the purchase of 75 modern Flirt electric trains, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

These five-car trains will be operated by the regional carrier Koleje Mazowieckie.

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This is a significant event in Poland’s transportation sector, aimed at modernizing the railway fleet and improving the quality of passenger services.

The Flirt trains acquired under this deal have a capacity of 600 passengers, including 279 seated.

Special attention has been given to the comfort of passengers with reduced mobility, with dedicated areas provided for them.

The trains are capable of reaching speeds of up to 160 km/h, which will significantly reduce travel times on many routes.

Additionally, the trains will be equipped with advanced systems, including ETCS Level 2 and a modern air conditioning system, enhancing onboard comfort and safety.

The initial steps towards this deal were taken in the summer of 2023, when Koleje Mazowieckie announced two tenders for the supply of electric trains.

However, the process was delayed due to the high cost of the bid submitted by Stadler, which was the sole participant in the tender.

As a result, the tenders were annulled in October last year. Despite these challenges, contracts for the supply of the trains were signed in June of this year.

This project is crucial for the development of railway transport in the region.

The introduction of the new trains will increase capacity and improve conditions for passengers, which is especially important given the growing demand for public transport.

Financing from leading Polish banks plays a key role in the implementation of this project, making it both feasible and economically viable.

Photo: Stadler

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