AUSTRIA: Austrian Federal Railways has awarded Siemens Mobility an order to supply a further 27 Desiro ML electric multiple-units. Entry into service is planned from 2025.
The national operator has previously ordered a total of 246 Desiro ML trainsets, including 200 delivered under a 2010 framework agreement, and more than 200 are now in service across the country.
The latest order announced on March 15 covers 75 m long three-car units. They will have a maximum speed of 160 km/h and be fitted with the supplier’s Trainguard 100/200/300 ETCS equipment.
They will have around 220 seats, with a power outlet for each row, along with two wheelchair spaces and space for up to 24 bicycles. They will have low-floor entrances, and one of the two toilets will be fully accessible and have a baby-changing table.
There will be free wi-fi, and access to ÖBB’s Railnet information and entertainment portal.
