- Three orders are for Energy-efficient Propulsion and Control Equipment
- All components are being supplied from Siemens Limited factories at Kalwa and Nashik
The Mobility Division of Siemens Limited has won three orders worth approximately Rs. 450 crore from Varanasi-based Diesel Locomotive Works of Indian Railways for locomotive equipment. Siemens Limited will supply and supervise the installation and commissioning of Three- phase Propulsion Systems for Diesel Electric Locomotives – AC-AC traction systems (including Locomotive Controller) and Three-phase Traction Motors. The locally manufactured equipment have a proven track record of providing long-term cost efficiency and availability. Diesel Locomotives Works is a production unit of Indian Railways located at Varanasi and manufactures around 300 diesel electric locomotives every year.
Siemens has been reliable partner of the Indian Railways for over 60 years and has been providing various solutions for safe and efficient rail transportation from its well established factories and extensive service network across the country.
Siemens is a technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality and reliability. The company focuses on the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization. It is one of the leading producers of energy-efficient, resource-saving technologies; combined cycle turbines for power generation; and power transmission solutions. Siemens is a pioneer in infrastructure solutions and automation and software solutions for industry. The company is also a leading supplier of medical imaging equipment – such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging systems – and a leader in laboratory diagnostics as well as clinical IT. At the end of September 2014, Siemens India had around 16,000 employees, 23 manufacturing plants and a nation-wide sales and service network. Siemens Limited, in which Siemens AG holds 75% of the capital, is the flagship listed company of Siemens AG in India. Further information, please visit: www.siemens.co.in.