Our Modernization solutions transform 20+ year old locomotives to extend asset life and reduce operating costs.
Solutions can range from a control system upgrade to complete transformation of an aged DC locomotive into an AC locomotive outfitted with state-of-the-art digital technology. Each solution is tailored to a customer’s unique operation and technology needs to maximize return on investment.
Wabtec has completed over 1,800 modernizations on a broad range of models, including U-Series, C-Series, Dash 8, Dash 9, and AC4400, in more than 24 countries. We are serving the majority of the North American Class I railroads.