16.01.2025

Budimex has a new train to maintain and modernise the overhead contact line

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Budimex is consistently expanding its technological capabilities in the implementation of contracts in the segment of track works and overhead contact line development thanks to modern investments in rolling stock. The company purchased a new MTW 100.216 Plasser & Theurer maintenance train, designed for the maintenance and modernization of the overhead contact line.

The newly acquired MTW 100.216 Plasser & Theurer is equipped with advanced technologies that ensure efficient and safe operation on overhead contact lines. The key components of the machine are, m.in:

  • tilting work platform PA 120 K and railway crane PKR 290 E with work basket BB 049 B,
  • a low-emission engine with a power of 520 kW, meeting the latest exhaust emission standards,
  • pantograph and jib for measuring contact wires, enabling precise maintenance of the overhead contact line,
  • PlasserDatamatic control system,
  • approx. 15 kVA generator for electric tools,
  • Enclosed cabins for operator comfort and safety

After completing registration with the Transport Technical Supervision and operator training, the machine will start operating in March 2025.

200 million for investments

The Budimex Group has been gradually expanding its rolling stock, allocating PLN 200 million for its development in the last 4 years. Currently, the company has decided to purchase a railway shuttle for transporting aggregates, including a locomotive and 40 coal wagons. The new equipment worth PLN 33.5 million will be put into operation in mid-2025.

Currently, Budimex’s rolling stock consists of over 83 units, including:

  • MTW 100.2016
  • Copma modular maintenance train
  • Hydraulic draisine DH-350.11
  • Z10k traction network unwinding/retracting platforms
  • Road-rail vehicles ZDS-5K
  • Road-Rail Vehicles ZDS-10K
  • Road-Rail Vehicles ZDS-8K
  • Rail-road trailers

Budimex allocates over PLN 100 million annually for the development and modernisation of construction equipment, of which PLN 80 million is invested in vehicles and machinery. New investments in rolling stock are part of the company’s strategy, which aims to constantly strengthen its position as a leader in the construction industry and implement innovative technological solutions.