Alstom secures 5-year maintenance service agreement at the Nagpur depot for WAG-12B electric locomotives through its joint venture with Indian Railways (MELPL)
Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, today announced that its joint venture with Indian Railways, Madhepura Electric Locomotive Private Limited (MELPL), has been awarded a new five-year maintenance services contract. Valued at €107 million, the agreement covers the comprehensive maintenance of 250 WAG-12B electric locomotives at the MELPL Nagpur Depot. This contract renewal follows the successful execution of the previous four-year agreement and underscores Indian Railways’ continued confidence in Alstom’s high-quality services. The Nagpur depot has become a benchmark for collaborative excellence and operational success in the Indian rail sector.
Olivier Loison, Managing Director – Alstom India said, “This contract renewal is a strong validation of our commitment to Indian Railways and the success of our partnership. We are proud that the trust placed in us has translated into proven performance and reliability of the WAG-12B e-loco, which are vital to India’s freight revolution.”
The 12,000 HP Prima T8 WAG-12B locomotives are fundamental to India’s green mobility goals, capable of hauling 6,000-tonne loads at speeds of up to 120 kph. They serve as the workhorses of the Dedicated Freight Corridors, significantly increasing freight capacity while lowering carbon emissions.
Under the agreement, MELPL’s scope includes the full maintenance of the 250 locomotives and the depot’s infrastructure. To ensure rapid issue resolution and maximize fleet availability, Alstom will continue to deploy its specialized Prompt Response Teams (PRTs) equipped with tools and spares at strategic locations across the country. The contract also reinforces Alstom’s commitment to skill development through ongoing training programs at the depot.
Alstom in India
Alstom is the only multinational sustainable mobility provider in India, to have a comprehensive portfolio of offerings to meet customer specific needs and continues to be a strategic partner in supporting India’s rail revolution. With 6 industrial sites and 5 major engineering centres, the company caters to domestic as well as internation project needs with its world class rolling stock, components, signalling and services solutions. Fully aligned with the country’s vision of Make-in-India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, Alstom remains deeply committed to strengthening its local sourcing and supply chain ecosystem.
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