Release date: 16 October 2024
Promoter – Financial Intermediary
OEBB-INFRASTRUKTUR AGLocation
Description
The project will finance the acquisition of 18 high-tech-hybrid service jets trains for fire extinguishing and rescue, serving in maintenance, train rescue and firefighting roles. The new trains will have three propulsion systems, such as electric, battery only and diesel (emergency-use only).
Objectives
By replacing the existing, obsolete and age expired fleet, the project will enable the Austrian railway network to continue delivery essential maintenance and safety services with improved operational efficiency, reliability and effectiveness.
Comments
The total project investment cost includes in addition to 18 trains also requisite spare parts, provisions for contingencies and interest during construction.
Sector(s)
- Transport - Transportation and storage
Proposed EIB finance (Approximate amount)
EUR 120 million
Total cost (Approximate amount)
EUR 267 million
Environmental aspects
Purchase of rolling stock does not require an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). The project aligns with the objectives of the Paris Agreement in accordance with the criteria set out in the EIB Climate Bank Roadmap. It consists of acquisition of zero direct emission mobile assets, which bring demonstrable environmental and safety improvements to the OEBB fleet.
Procurement
The promoter has completed a competitive tender and awarded the contract for the manufacturing of the project fleet to Swiss manufacturer Stadler.
Status
Approved - 9/01/2025
Disclaimer
Before financing approval by the Board of Directors, and before loan signature, projects are under appraisal and negotiation. The information and data provided on this page are therefore indicative.
They are provided for transparency purposes only and cannot be considered to represent official EIB policy (see also the Explanatory notes).