Wabtec Wins Locomotive Deal for Simandou Iron Ore Project

Wabtec Corporation has announced a $277 million order to supply Evolution Series ES43ACmi locomotives to SimFer, a joint venture involving the Government of Guinea, Rio Tinto, and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH). These locomotives will be used for the Simandou iron ore project in Guinea, which is one of the largest untapped reserves of high-grade iron ore globally.

The ES43ACmi locomotives, featuring a 4,500HP Evolution Series engine and dual-cab design, are known for their fuel efficiency and high performance, particularly in extreme temperatures. Additionally, these locomotives meet stringent environmental standards, complying with UIC 3a and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Tier 3 emission requirements.

“We are proud that the largest mining and related infrastructure project in Africa will leverage Wabtec’s world leading engineering and manufacturing resources. Our global team worked together to understand SimFer’s needs and provide a solution specifically tailored for Simandou.” said Rogerio Mendonca, Wabtec President of Freight Equipment.

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