JeMyn AG, a subsidiary of Widmer Rail Services AG, has placed an order for two Vectron locomotives equipped with battery power modules. This acquisition aims to enhance the fleet of Widmer Rail Services. The financing was secured early through a structured arrangement with Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft, and delivery is expected by 2027.
Andre Rodenbeck, CEO of Rolling Stock at Siemens Mobility, stated: “We are delighted to be further expanding our Vectron fleet with Widmer Rail Services AG and would like to thank them for their trust in our locomotive platform. With the battery power module, our customers can now cover their entire operational routes electrically and with batteries, further reducing CO2 emissions in rail transport. For our customers, this development adds another innovative functional package to the successful Vectron family.”
Pierre Widmer, CEO of Widmer Rail Services AG, expressed enthusiasm about the new capabilities: “With its new battery power module, the Vectron is the ideal locomotive for us. Thanks to this functional package, we can now handle shunting operations even more efficiently without the assistance of additional shunting locomotives. This will enable us to further optimize our operating processes and save costs.”
Peter von Flüe from Raiffeisen Schweiz Genossenschaft added: “We are pleased to be making an active contribution to sustainable rail transport with our structured financing solution and to be supporting JeMyn AG and Widmer Rail Services AG in their corporate development.”
The Vectron's modular equipment offers operators flexibility even where there are no overhead power lines. The battery module eliminates reliance on electric or diesel-powered shunting locomotives, which benefits both economic efficiency and environmental sustainability by reducing emissions and noise pollution.
Siemens Mobility has sold over 2,600 Vectron locomotives across 16 countries since launching the platform. These locomotives have collectively covered over one billion kilometers and received approval for operation in 20 European nations.