Lineas and Railpool extend their partnership to strengthen the flexibility of rail freight in Europe

More flexibility and future-oriented opportunities for customers

The logistics market is evolving rapidly, and customers increasingly expect flexibility and reliability. With this contract extension, Lineas continues the leasing of 33 electric locomotives from Railpool, maintaining its current operational strength. The renewed agreement also provides the option to lease additional or new locomotive types in the future, giving Lineas the flexibility to adapt to changing market demands and technological developments.

“Our mission is clear: we want to offer our customers the best rail solutions: reliable, competitive, and efficient,” says Alban François, COO of Lineas. “Extending our partnership with Railpool gives us the flexibility we need to respond to market demands.”

Through these flexible yet efficient rail operations, Lineas is able to keep the environmental impact per ton-kilometer significantly lower than that of road transport.

A partnership built on performance and reliability

Railpool is a leading partner for rail freight operators. The company continuously invests in modernising and maintaining its locomotives to ensure optimal performance, high availability, and a low environmental footprint.

“We are delighted to continue our collaboration with Lineas,” says Torsten Lehnert, CEO of Railpool. “The extension of this contract confirms the strong relationship of trust we have built over the years. Together, we are committed to providing reliable, modern, and sustainable rail solutions that further strengthen the competitiveness of rail transport in Europe.”

Working together towards the Modal Shift

Road transport remains responsible for a large share of CO₂ emissions in Europe. By shifting more freight from road to rail, Lineas and Railpool contribute to a more sustainable transport system.

The electric locomotives already make a significant contribution to reducing emissions per tonkilometre compared to road transport.

At the same time, both companies continue to invest in innovation and sustainability, including hybrid technologies, alternative fuels, and efficiency measures aimed at accelerating the transition towards zero-emission rail transport.

For more information visit www.lineas.net or www.railpool.eu.

About Railpool

RAILPOOL is one of the leading rail vehicle rental companies with genuine expertise in full service from a single source. The company was founded in Munich in 2008 and is now active in 19 European countries.

With more than 600 electric and hybrid locomotives (450 locomotives in operation and 150 ordered) and 148 passenger vehicles (with an investment of 2.7 billion euros), RAILPOOL is one of the largest providers in Europe. The RAILPOOL fleet covers 85,000,000 kilometers every year and makes an important contribution to the modal shift to rail. RAILPOOL has six workshops of its own and a warehouse with more than 4,500 different spare parts and components.

About Lineas

Lineas is Europe's largest private rail freight company. Under the motto “We decarbonize your supply chain,” the company helps its customers reduce their CO2 emissions and offers a sustainable solution with daily, reliable connections across the continent.

In recent years, the company has developed a unique, customer-focused and uncompromising approach that is characteristic of its entrepreneurial spirit. For example, its customers can benefit from MyLineas, an exclusive tool that allows them to track their goods in real time.

Lineas is headquartered in Brussels and is supported by its long-standing shareholders, Argos Wityu and SFPIM.