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Wabtec pantograph contracts India for 680+ systems

14.03.2026

Wabtec pantograph contracts India for rail fleets

Wabtec pantograph contracts India cover more than 680 pantograph systems for major metro and commuter rail projects. The equipment will be used for Chennai Metro Phase-2, Mumbai Metro Lines 4, 5, and 6, and Indian Railways’ MEMU and Vande Bharat Sleeper programs.
Progress Rail Wabtec settlement: antitrust case closed

27.02.2026

Progress Rail Wabtec settlement: antitrust case settled

Progress Rail Wabtec settlement was announced on Feb. 26, 2026.

05.02.2026

Wabtec modernisation agreement to rebuild Union Pacific AC4400s

Union Pacific has signed the Wabtec modernisation agreement to upgrade its AC4400 locomotives under a $1. 2 billion contract, as outlined by Union Pacific.
CPKC locomotive fleet renewal with Wabtec, Progress Rail

23.01.2026

CPKC locomotive fleet renewal: US$800m US-made Tier 4 buys

CPKC locomotive fleet renewal is moving ahead under a multi-year plan that commits more than US$800 million to American manufacturing, as outlined in a CPKC statement.
MTA R255 hybrid locomotives: $386m Wabtec order

08.01.2026

MTA R255 hybrid locomotives: Wabtec wins $386m follow-on deal

MTA R255 hybrid locomotives are the focus of a $386 million follow-on order awarded to Wabtec Corp. , covering additional R255 hybrid battery-diesel work locomotives plus spare parts, as reported by Progressive Railroading.
Wabtec and UGL delivered the first Evolution locomotive for Pacific National

02.12.2025

Wabtec Frauscher acquisition boosts digital rail signaling

The Wabtec Frauscher acquisition strengthens the group’s Digital Intelligence business by bringing Frauscher Sensor Technology Group GmbH (“Frauscher”) into Wabtec Corporation’s portfolio.
Wabtec supports KTZ modernization and staff training

07.11.2025

Wabtec powers $1.6 billion KTZ deal and locomotive upgrade

Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Wabtec to provide financial support of $1.
Wabtec Expands Operations and Innovation Across Brazil

06.11.2025

Wabtec Expands in Brazil with Major Investment and New Jobs

Wabtec is investing $3. 5 million as part of its expansion plans and development of its operations in Brazil, including job creation, opening a Global Engineering Center, and improving its locomotive manufacturing capacity.
Ethanol-Powered Locomotives Become Part of Vale and Wabtec’s Program

21.10.2025

Ethanol-Powered Locomotives Become Part of Vale and Wabtec’s Program

Vale in association with Wabtec inaugurated a venture for Brazil’s trials with ethanol-powered locomotives with an aim to reduce carbon emissions as well as reinforce Brazil’s sustainable railway transportation.
Wabtec locomotives arrive in Guinea for the Simandou project

20.10.2025

Wabtec locomotives arrive in Guinea for the Simandou project

The Port of Morébaya welcomed the first two Wabtec locomotives, a historic moment for the Simandou venture, when four ES43ACmi units are to transport iron ore through the 670 km Trans-Guinean railroad.
Wabtec Corporation teams up with Pittsburgh Steelers

06.09.2025

Wabtec Corporation Partners with the Pittsburgh Steelers

Wabtec Corporation, a global leader in rail technology and services, signed a strategic partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers today.
Wabtec introduces innovations to boost locomotive fuel efficiency

03.09.2025

Wabtec introduces innovations to boost locomotive fuel efficiency

Wabtec has brought to market its EVO Advantage technology, which cuts fuel use by 7% for its marquee Evolution locomotives, and improves the effectiveness of units that are Tier 3 and Tier 4 emissions compliant.