- Initial fixed call for 60 locomotives
- Delivery beginning in 2025
European Locomotive Leasing Group (ELL), based in Vienna and Munich, and Siemens Mobility signed a framework agreement for the delivery of up to 200 further Vectron locomotives. Specifically, the locomotives will be provided in various power system variants for use in both passenger and freight service. Sixty locomotives were initially ordered and will be delivered successively beginning in 2025. This fourth framework agreement between ELL and Siemens Mobility further reinforces the long-standing and strong partnership between the two companies. By 2027, ELL will have at least 301 Siemens Vectron locomotives in service and thus operate Europe’s largest Vectron fleet. Over the medium term, the new agreement offers ELL the possibility of increasing its Vectron fleet to over 400 locomotives.
“For ELL, this agreement is a milestone in the company’s development. Our goal is to expand our market leadership in the areas of customer friendliness, reliability, and efficiency. We are convinced of the future of rail. Superior climate friendliness and cost-efficiency on the long international rail axes as well as the structural change in rail freight transport make the full-service leasing of locomotives a highly attractive business for the future. ELL is pursuing a consistent zero-emissions strategy. Our most important assets are our focused fleet policy and a comprehensive service network at more than 30 locations throughout Europe. The development partnership with Siemens and the concentration on a standardized locomotive type are an important building block for us to successfully prevail in this market,” said Christian Kern, CEO European Locomotive Leasing Group.
“For many years now, ELL has been relying on the quality and reliability of our Vectron locomotives. This new framework agreement makes a further contribution to climate protection and again underscores the advantages offered by our locomotive platform. With the Vectron, ELL can react flexibly to customer requirements and offer different configurations for providing cross-border transport throughout Europe,” said Albrecht Neumann, CEO Rolling Stock at Siemens Mobility.
The agreement in detail
In the framework agreement, ELL secures the procurement of a wide range of multi-system locomotives, including the Vectron Dual Mode. By ordering optional packages, ELL can precisely equip the locomotives to meet specific requirements and applications, and for service in special areas. It was also agreed that Siemens Mobility will actively support ELL in further strengthening its competence regarding vehicle operation, maintenance, and servicing.
The Vectron as a success factor
Since its first delivery in 2012, more than 2,200 locomotives from the Vectron family have been sold to 95 customers and the fleet has covered a total of over 850 million kilometers. The locomotives are currently approved for operation in 20 European countries. The Vectron and its variously equipped variants are built in the Siemens Mobility plant in Munich-Allach.
Photo Credits: © ELL-Markus Schieder
ELL Website: (Almost) everything new!
NewsThe German saying “Alles neu macht der Mai” translates to “All is new when it’s May”. We’ve taken the liberty to move May to April and gently renovated our website. The latest highlight for those interested: Under “Our Vectron Fleet” you’ll now find technical descriptions for all our locomotives.
And for those who would like to join our ELL team: We’ve also listed all open jobs on the website!
Two Dual-Mode Vectrons for SETG
NewsSome customers need even more flexibility, which is why we are currently delivering two dual-mode Vectrons to Salzburger EisenbahnTransportLogistik GmbH (SETG), one of our first customers.
Dual mode means that the diesel can also be used on branch lines for timber transportation without an overhead line. As soon as an electrified route is available again, we will continue with the tried-and-tested electric motor.
ELL Polska hands over Vectron to Bahnoperator
NewsToday this beauty was handed over to our customer Bahnoperator Polska. The brand new A10 Vectron with its elegant paintwork will enable Bahnoperator to expand rail transport on the East-West corridor.
Train Operations Manager Piotr Ciuruś, International Operations Manager Radosław Kopras and Dispatch Manager Bartłomiej Jasiński received the key to the locomotive from our Managing Director of ELL Polska, Agnieszka Bekasiak. We are grateful for the continued trust that TE Bahnoperator once again places in ELL and our Vectrons!
Design: Simon Wijnakker, Railcolor Design
Namesake: Marcel Stein, Managing Director of TE Bahnoperator GmbH
First ELL Vectron delivered to LTG Cargo Polska!
NewsOn January 24, 2024, LTG Cargo Polska took delivery of its first Siemens Vectron MS, laying the foundation for a long-term partnership with ELL.
The handover took place in Poznan, Poland, and the clouds were dark. The handover took place in Poznan, Poland, with dark clouds overhead. As soon as the Vectron arrived, the sky cleared, and the sun bathed the scene in the sunny colors of our locomotive! Michal Szlendak, CEO and Przemyslaw Sajdak, COO of LTG Cargo celebrated together with Agnieszka Bekasiak, MD of ELL Polska and Thomas Riedler, CSO of ELL.
LTG Cargo Polska Sp. z o.o. is a 100% subsidiary of the Lithuanian railroad company AB “LTG Cargo”, which itself is part of the railroad group AB “Lietuvos geležinkeliai” (LTG). The Group is currently actively pursuing the diversification of its business areas in the West. LTG Cargo Polska has been active on the Polish market since 2020. The head office is located in Warsaw, with a further office in Katowice. The company employs a total of 124 people.
The first FlixTrain Locomotive by ELL
NewsGreat visions fit together – we are proud to begin 2024 with the first steps of our cooperation with FlixTrain. A partnership in which we jointly expand and sustainably strengthen European passenger transport!
Before handing out their first Vectron to FlixTrain, we have to make it even more beautiful. With many thanks to our colleagues from Loc & More and LOCMASTA for their great work!
ELL wishes a very merry Christmas!
NewsWe wish all our costumers, co-workers and friends a very merry Christmas and a successful and healthy New Year!
Photos: Ludwig Schedl
The Christmas tree has been set up
NewsIt has become a tradition that our client, LTE logistics & transport, gives us a Christmas tree. On Tuesday, it was time: The CEO of LTE, Mr. Mandl, and the LTE CFO, Mr. Benda, personally delivered it. Adorned beautifully, the tree brings the Christmas spirit to our office spaces.
Merry Christmas – Frohe Weihnachten – Příjemné prožití vánočních svátků – Veselé vianoce – Wesołych Świąt – Boldog Karácsonyt
New Vectrons for Nederlandse Spoorwegen on duty!
NewsThe brand new ELL Vectrons, which we handed over to Nederlandse Spoorwegen in November, started their regular service as IC Amsterdam-Berlin on December 10th at 10 a.m.
We are thankful for the good cooperation while preparing the locs and for the start of service and wish safe journeys!
Siemens Mobility and ELL sign framework agreement for purchase of 200 Vectrons
NewsEuropean Locomotive Leasing Group (ELL), based in Vienna and Munich, and Siemens Mobility signed a framework agreement for the delivery of up to 200 further Vectron locomotives. Specifically, the locomotives will be provided in various power system variants for use in both passenger and freight service. Sixty locomotives were initially ordered and will be delivered successively beginning in 2025. This fourth framework agreement between ELL and Siemens Mobility further reinforces the long-standing and strong partnership between the two companies. By 2027, ELL will have at least 301 Siemens Vectron locomotives in service and thus operate Europe’s largest Vectron fleet. Over the medium term, the new agreement offers ELL the possibility of increasing its Vectron fleet to over 400 locomotives.
“For ELL, this agreement is a milestone in the company’s development. Our goal is to expand our market leadership in the areas of customer friendliness, reliability, and efficiency. We are convinced of the future of rail. Superior climate friendliness and cost-efficiency on the long international rail axes as well as the structural change in rail freight transport make the full-service leasing of locomotives a highly attractive business for the future. ELL is pursuing a consistent zero-emissions strategy. Our most important assets are our focused fleet policy and a comprehensive service network at more than 30 locations throughout Europe. The development partnership with Siemens and the concentration on a standardized locomotive type are an important building block for us to successfully prevail in this market,” said Christian Kern, CEO European Locomotive Leasing Group.
“For many years now, ELL has been relying on the quality and reliability of our Vectron locomotives. This new framework agreement makes a further contribution to climate protection and again underscores the advantages offered by our locomotive platform. With the Vectron, ELL can react flexibly to customer requirements and offer different configurations for providing cross-border transport throughout Europe,” said Albrecht Neumann, CEO Rolling Stock at Siemens Mobility.
The agreement in detail
In the framework agreement, ELL secures the procurement of a wide range of multi-system locomotives, including the Vectron Dual Mode. By ordering optional packages, ELL can precisely equip the locomotives to meet specific requirements and applications, and for service in special areas. It was also agreed that Siemens Mobility will actively support ELL in further strengthening its competence regarding vehicle operation, maintenance, and servicing.
The Vectron as a success factor
Since its first delivery in 2012, more than 2,200 locomotives from the Vectron family have been sold to 95 customers and the fleet has covered a total of over 850 million kilometers. The locomotives are currently approved for operation in 20 European countries. The Vectron and its variously equipped variants are built in the Siemens Mobility plant in Munich-Allach.
Photo Credits: © ELL-Markus Schieder
Partnership with Nederlandse Spoorwegen expanded
NewsWe are expanding our partnership with Nederlandse Spoorwegen to a total of 16 locomotives which are currently being wrapped by FLEETSHIELD in Rotterdam with the distinctive Dutch design.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen is a demanding customer and therefore a perfect match for our ELL Vectrons!