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PKP Intercity has finalised a contract for the construction of a new locomotive depot at the Warszawa Grochów railway siding. The project, valued at over PLN 179 million (EUR 42,7 million) gross, is scheduled for completion in 2027. The agreement, signed with a consortium of TRAKCJA SA and DB Projekt Sp. z o. o., includes the development of a modern locomotive maintenance facility equipped with supporting infrastructure. The project covers the design and construction of a locomotive shed, a washing hall, upgrades to the existing social building, modifications to rail traffic control systems, and the installation of a diagnostic station for rolling stock, including wheel pressure testing. The investment is expected to improve service efficiency and punctuality by streamlining maintenance processes. “Modern technical facilities at PKP Intercity are key to ensuring passenger comfort and train punctuality. A new repair and washing hall will allow for faster and more thorough preparation of locomotives, ensuring they depart on time and in top condition,” said Dariusz Klimczak, Minister of Infrastructure. PKP Intercity continues to expand and modernise its fleet. Since 2024, 48 new locomotives have been delivered, with 29 allocated to the Warszawa Grochów facility. The company plans to receive an additional 46 single-system locomotives and 63 multi-system units. “To maintain and service our expanding fleet, modern facilities are essential. Currently, in Warsaw, we are using a historic locomotive shed from 1937-1938, which is under conservation protection,” explained Janusz Malinowski, President of PKP Intercity. The new locomotive depot in Warsaw: A modern, fully equipped facility The new three-track, fully electrified depot will include inspection stands with two-level platforms and overhead cranes. Covering approximately 5,500 m² and reaching a height of 12 metres, the facility will accommodate electric traction units up to 153 metres long. It will also feature a track trap with a 10-tonne load capacity for wheel replacements and a dedicated stand for measuring wheel pressure on rails. The washing hall will be designed for year-round locomotive cleaning, improving operational efficiency regardless of weather conditions. “Building this new locomotive depot in Warsaw is a highly technical and complex challenge. The work will be carried out while ensuring uninterrupted operation of the existing facility and maintaining regular rail traffic. This requires careful planning and precise execution. We are pleased that PKP Intercity has chosen our proposal and appreciate their trust,” said Stefan Bekir Assanowicz, President of Trakcja SA. Project timeline and funding The investment is being carried out under a design-and-build system, with a total duration of 26.5 months from contract signing. The design phase, including obtaining necessary permits, will take up to 8.5 months, followed by 18 months of construction after final approval. Tasks related to rail traffic control systems and diagnostic equipment installations will be completed by the end of 2026. This project is part of the broader initiative “We Accelerate Comfortably – Modernisation of Carriages and Purchase of Locomotives for PKP Intercity SA,” funded under the Operational Programme Infrastructure and Environment 2014-2020. Expansion across Poland PKP Intercity has also been investing in modern parking and maintenance facilities in other cities. In 2024, projects were completed in Kraków, Szczecin, and Wroclaw. Additionally, a technical centre is being developed in Przemysl, featuring a washing hall and repair facility covering 7,800 m², with over 6 km of new tracks and 28 turnouts. The total investment in the company’s infrastructure in 2024 amounted to PLN 148 million net (EUR 35 million), with PLN 292 million (EUR 70 million) allocated for 2025. Upcoming projects include the expansion of sidings in Lublin and Bialystok, estimated at PLN 130 million (EUR 31 million) net. Between 2025 and 2030, PKP Intercity plans to invest nearly PLN 3.2 billion (EUR 764 million) in modernising its technical facilities and railway sidings, ensuring the infrastructure is equipped to handle a growing fleet of modern rolling stock. |
