Polregio has signed framework agreements with four rolling stock manufacturers for the supply of up to 200 electric trains.
The new trains will be ordered in two versions: one will be a shorter 2- car train that will have a maximum of 60 pcs and 130 seats, while the other will be a longer 3- car train with a maximum 140 pcs with a minimum of 210 seats.
The company aims to buy a total of up to 200 new electric multiple units for over PLN 7 billion and the finance will come from EU grants and loans, other sources, commercial debt instruments and the carrier’s own funds according to the release.
The trains will feature air conditioning, wireless internet access and a dynamic passenger information system.
Artur Martyniuk, President of the Management Board of Polregio SA said: “The signing of framework agreements with rolling stock manufacturers begins a new stage of development in the history of Polregio and, at the same time, the regional railway in Poland. 200 new regional trains mean a huge qualitative leap and a significant improvement in travel comfort for millions of Poles, especially for residents of smaller towns. Despite such a large order, we do not buy off-the-shelf vehicles, but trains adapted to serve regional traffic. This is the result of extensive market consultations with producers for the benefit of both parties. Polregio will receive trains adapted to serve regional traffic, and producers will have secured production capacity for the coming years. The total value of the order is over PLN 7 billion and it will be Polregio’s measurable contribution to the development of the national economy.“Our order means work for thousands of people, not only among the employees of rolling stock manufacturers, but also their subcontractors. In addition, the framework agreements concluded today will shorten the total period of formalities by at least a year compared to a classic tender. This is the largest and most time-efficient rolling stock purchase process in the history of Polish railways. We are ready to take part in CEUPT competitions and to quickly announce electronic auctions immediately after granting funding. The auctions will be conducted parallel to the formalities related to the financing of the rolling stock, which will significantly shorten the order execution time.”
PolRegio has already carried out extensive market consultations, held tenders and signed framework agreements with manufacturers in accordance with the requirements of the EU Transport Project Centre.
As part of the signed framework agreements, electronic auctions will be held. The first of the new electric trains is expected to be delivered in 2025, with all deliveries scheduled to be completed by July 2026.
Picture and press release: PolRegio
