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Alternative Traction Technologies

Due to a push to remove diesel-only trains from networks in order to meet climate goals, alternative traction technologies for rolling stock have become increasingly popular, notably battery-powered trains and hydrogen trains. This section covers the specialist components required for those traction technologies.

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  • Alstom


    French multinational Alstom provides rolling stock, infrastructure, signalling and digital solutions for the rail sector.

  • Mersen


    Mersen's railway equipment is designed to cater to a diverse range of railway systems, from high-speed trains to urban transit systems.

  • ABB


    ABB's traction solutions are designed to extend rail vehicle life, boost performance, and reduce energy consumption.

  • Stäubli


    Stäubli is a global supplier of advanced connection solutions for the railway industry.

Latest Alternative Traction Technologies News

  • Charging Battery Trains on Denmark’s Non-Electrified Rail Lines 28 Apr 2026 | Supplier News

    Charging Battery Trains on Denmark’s Non-Electrified Rail Lines

  • 25 Sep 2024 | Rolling Stock

    InnoTrans IN PICTURES: China's Hydrogen High-Speed Train

  • 24 Sep 2024 | Rolling Stock

    InnoTrans 2024: Stadler Unveils Its RS Zero Emission-Free Train

  • 19 Jan 2024 | Rolling Stock

    Italy: FdC Orders Additional Narrow-Gauge H2 Trains from Stadler

  • Saudi Arabia Railways and Alstom to Demonstrate Hydrogen Passenger Train 10 Oct 2023 | Rolling Stock

    Saudi Arabia Railways and Alstom to Demonstrate Hydrogen Passenger Train

  • China: Alstom Demonstrates New Propulsion System on Chengdu Line 7 26 May 2023 | Science and Technology

    China: Alstom Demonstrates New Propulsion System on Chengdu Line 7

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  • Hydrogen and Batteries – Two Technologies to Move the Industry

  • M2H2: Hydrail’s Fast Track to Clean Energy Fuel Cells

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  • Sécheron’s After-Sales Services for Traction Power Systems

    Sécheron’s After-Sales Services for Traction Power Systems

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