Siemens Mobility to Build Hydrogen Trains for Südostbayernbahn Network in Upper Bavaria
Key Ideas
  • Siemens Mobility is commencing the construction of three hydrogen trains for the Südostbayernbahn network by the end of 2026.
  • The hydrogen-powered trains will replace diesel trains, reducing CO2 emissions and serving eight stations on a 32.3-kilometer line in Upper Bavaria.
  • Siemens Mobility also secured a service contract for the hydrogen supply system, promoting energy efficiency and low noise levels in the trains.
  • The State of Bavaria's initiative marks a stride towards sustainability and clean energy in the region's railway transportation sector.
Siemens Mobility has revealed plans to build hydrogen trains for the Südostbayernbahn network in Upper Bavaria, with construction set to commence by the end of 2026. The order comprises three Mireo Plus H trains, each with two cars, to replace diesel trains and contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions in the region. The State of Bavaria has taken the initiative to introduce hydrogen-powered trains, a significant step towards sustainable transportation. These trains will operate on the non-electrified 32.3-kilometer Mühldorf - Tüßling - Burghausen line, serving eight stations. Siemens Mobility's hydrogen trains boast energy-efficient technology, offering high traction power, a long operating range, and low noise levels. In addition to the train construction, Siemens Mobility has secured a service contract for the hydrogen supply system, further emphasizing the company's commitment to promoting clean energy and sustainable practices in the railway sector. This development represents a positive shift towards environmentally friendly and innovative transportation solutions in Upper Bavaria.
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