ZSSK Cargo plans fleet expansion with Vectron MS locomotives
03.10.2025
Slovak freight company ZSSK Cargo announced intentions to conclude the new leasing agreement for Vectron MS locomotives in order to strengthen the position on the market and increase the effectiveness of freight transport.
This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Leasing and refurbishment with Vectron MS
The firm aims at leasing 15 locomotives for ten years on full maintenance basis as well as purchase options. This act ensures progressive fleet renewal as well as decreased operating costs.
Don’t miss…Renfe strengthens position by joining Mexican Railway Association
It starts delivery in March 2026 and completes by December 2027. It’s so tight a schedule the operator gets to stagger the investments 극on an equal basis as well as continuous fleet refurbishment.
In 2018–2019, ZSSK Cargo had already rented ten locomotives of the similar series from RS Lease. Their tried-and-tested reliability as well as their cost-effectiveness turned the Vectron MS into the company’s obvious choice for the next phase of modernization.
Siemens and the role of Vectron MS in the market
In 2024, RS Lease purchased 30 new locomotives for Siemens Mobility. It secured the increasing order for new-traction solutions as well as the basis for future operator agreements, including ZSSK Cargo.
Today, in several European countries, the Vecctron MS runs due to its ability to work on diverse power supply systems. Its mobility and energy saving capacity make it of significant value for international freight forwarders.
ZSSK Cargo anticipates the new locomotives will reduce expenses, secure its position on the routes of passage, and boost client trust. Additionally, the contemporisation program will enable Slovakia to keep its position as the main logistics hub in Central Europe.
News on railway transport, industry, and railway technologies from Railway Supply that you might have missed:
What is Vectron MS?
Vectron MS is an advanced Siemens Mobility locomotive designed for operation in several European countries because it has the ability for multi-system power.
Can the leased locomotives ever be bought back?
Yes, the agreement provisions provide for the purchase of the locomotives at an option after the lease expires.
When will ZSSK Cargo receive the new locomotives?
The first deliveries are scheduled for March 2026, with completion expected by December 2027.
Place your ads on webportal and in Railway Supply magazine. Detailed information is in Railway Supply media kit
