High-Performance Traction Systems for Rail
ABB Traction is your trusted partner in the railway industry, delivering high-performance electric drivetrain technologies that help operators run leaner and cleaner. Our solutions are designed to extend vehicle life, boost performance, reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, and lower total cost of ownership.
Innovative Traction Solutions for All Rail Applications
ABB has a long-standing legacy of delivering innovative, energy-efficient technologies to the railway industry. We design, manufacture, and service advanced components and systems for a wide range of railway applications, including urban transit, intercity travel, and high-speed rail. Our solutions support both rail infrastructure and rolling stock, ensuring safe, sustainable, and high-performance mobility. In addition, ABB provides comprehensive life-cycle service support to maximize system uptime and reliability.
Modular Traction Systems for Urban, Regional, and Freight Rail
Whether you need individual components or complete traction packages, ABB’s modular systems are engineered for seamless integration across all types of rail vehicles, from metros and trams to regional trains and heavy freight locomotives. These systems deliver up to 20% energy savings at the train level, thanks to reduced harmonic losses and lower motor temperatures, making them among the most energy-efficient traction solutions available today.
Service and Retrofit for Extended Asset Life
ABB’s service and retrofit solutions help extend the life of aging rail fleets. By upgrading older trains with state-of-the-art traction components, operators can significantly extend vehicle lifespan, improve energy efficiency, and enhance operational reliability. These upgrades also reduce maintenance and operating costs, making better use of existing assets while supporting sustainability goals.
Engineered for Harsh and Demanding Environments
Rail systems operate in some of the world’s most challenging environments, from extreme heat to sub-zero temperatures. ABB’s products are built to withstand constant vibration, water ingress, and corrosion. We offer solutions made from halogen-free, low-smoke, and low-toxicity materials to meet the highest safety and environmental standards. Whether your project involves rail stations, infrastructure, signalling, tunnels, surveillance, or data systems, ABB’s expertise ensures you get the right solution.
Our traction systems are engineered to meet the highest standards of performance, safety, and energy efficiency.
Whether powering a metro in Berlin, a tram in Zurich, or a high-speed train in Italy, ABB’s traction solutions are at the heart of modern rail mobility.
