India is set to supply locomotives to the West African country of Guinea. The DLF facility, jointly operated by Wabtec and Indian Railways, will manufacture a total of 150 locomotives under the Transguinean Railway Project. The deal will strengthen India’s role in the global railway sector and increase Wabtec’s presence in the African market.
Locomotive Procurement Plan for Guinea
Within the framework of the agreement made with the Winning Simandou Consortium, the delivery schedule of the locomotives was determined as follows:
- 37 locomotives To be delivered by March 2026.
- 82 locomotives to be delivered by March 2027.
- Its 31 locomotives will reach Guinea in March 2028.
Total value of the contract For 360 million dollars This project is one of the largest export orders from the DLF facility.
DLF Plant Prepares for Global Demand
DLF facility is between Indian Railways and Wabtec A 10-year joint venture This agreement will continue to operate within the scope of the facility. 1.000 locomotives Requires production: 700 units WDG 4G series and 300 pieces WDG 6G series. The total value of the entire program 1,76 billion dollars as.
By the end of the contract period, the plant is expected to have delivered more than 700 locomotives to the Indian market. Annual production capacity per 100 units will remain stable and this capacity will be supported by a workforce of 285 skilled professionals.
Wabtec to supply locomotives to Guinea For 13 years, the maintenance At the end of this period, Indian Railways will take over the maintenance duties, ensuring long-term sustainability and efficient operation of the fleet.
