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Will you be expanding cooperation

with Czech suppliers?

We have a long-standing cooperation with Czech

suppliers who provide components for our rail vehicles.

This collaboration is important to us, and we intend to

continue developing it. As part of our plans, we are

also considering expanding our network to include

new suppliers who offer innovative solutions that can

be applied to our products.

What is your cooperation with universities like?

We see great potential in this area, which is why we

plan to expand our activities related to professional

internships and trainee programmes, both in the Czech

Republic and at other Stadler branches. We are also

developing specialised workshops and supervising

thesis projects, giving students the opportunity to gain

deeper insight into our industry and grow their skills.

At the same time, we aim to take part in joint research

projects and support innovation.

How does Stadler contribute

to the development of zero-emision

technologies and what is your experience?

Stadler built the world’s first battery-electric multiple

unit approved for passenger use back in 2017. By the

end of 2024, 280 trains with alternative drive systems

had been sold, many of which are already successfully

in operation. Stadler’s market leadership in the area of

„green solutions“ is also underpinned by the Guinness

World Record set in March 2024 with the FLIRT H

2

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The hydrogen train covered 2,803 kilometres in

Colorado (USA) on a single tank of fuel – travelling

further than any other hydrogen train before it.

Our branch is currently working on two projects

involving new battery-powered vehicles for Lithuania

and Denmark. We are handling the complete design

– from the initial concept to final implementation,

including vehicle certification. In the future, we would

also like to support our colleagues in other locations

by contributing to the design of hydrogen-powered

vehicles.

Thank you for the interview.

Stadler is a global leader in green

technologies for rail vehicles.

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