Topic: Rolls-Royce

Class 170 Turbostar hybrid train, source: Porterbrook

Porterbrook continues collaboration with Rolls-Royce following HybridFLEX

British rolling stock company Porterbrook and Rolls-Royce have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the use of synthetic and net-zero fuels, including hydrogen, both in fuel cells and internal combustion engines. The MoU will see...Read more

16-02-2022|Comment|author: Esther Geerts

Chiltern Railways enters UK’s first battery-diesel train into regular service

Chiltern Railways on Thursday introduced its HybridFLEX battery-diesel train for passenger service between London Marylebone and Aylesbury, marking the first official outing of this type of battery-diesel train on British tracks.Read more

10-02-2022|Comment|author: Nick Augusteijn

UK’s first hybrid battery-diesel train made its first journey

Britain’s first hybrid battery-diesel train made its first trip on July 21. One the 25th anniversary of operator Chiltern Railways the HybridFLEX was launched, as well as a celebration event at London Marylebone Station. Chiltern...Read more

23-07-2021|Comment|author: Esther Geerts

Hybrid conversion of diesel trains in Ireland

Irish national railway operator Iarnród Éireann is continuing the modernisation of diesel trains. It will introduce the refurbished vehicles with new power packs. These diesel trains could be also converted into the hybrid multiple units...Read more

27-07-2020|Comment|author: Mykola Zasiadko