Forsee Power and Wabtec Collaborate to Equip Locomotives With Advanced Battery Systems
Regulatory News:
Forsee Power (FR0014005SB3 – ALFOR), the expert in smart battery systems for sustainable electromobility, announces that Wabtec, a global leader in equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for the freight and transit rail industries, is collaborating with Forsee Power to integrate advanced battery systems into battery-electric locomotive platforms.
A recognized leader in freight locomotives, Wabtec is strongly committed to safety, reliability and cost competitiveness of rail transportation through innovation and collaboration with customers and partners. In 2021, the company unveiled the world’s first battery-electric freight locomotive, marking a major milestone in the electrification of rail freight.
The two companies have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate the collaboration around the integration of Forsee Power’s PULSE PLUS RAIL battery systems into Wabtec’s locomotive platforms. The program aims to deliver enhanced performance, increased reliability and optimized total cost of ownership.
