Wabtec may establish service center for mining equipment in Uzbekistan, supply locomotives

TASHKENT. Oct 19 (Interfax) - Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Monday met with Wabtec CEO Rafael Santana to discuss establishing a service center for mining equipment, as well as cooperation regarding diesel generator sets.

According to Mirziyoyev's official website, he and Santana also addressed the modernization and expansion of the country's locomotive fleet, in light of ongoing developments in railway infrastructure and the country's transit potential.

"The discussion covered the supply of locomotives, including long-term service agreements, with the involvement of U.S. financial institutions. Also addressed were plans for establishing technical maintenance operations in Uzbekistan, the local production of components, and the training of personnel," according to the statement.

Wabtec is among the world's leading manufacturers of locomotives and railway equipment, and a provider of digital and service solutions. The company also carries out projects in Central Asian countries.