On October 19, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with Rafael Santana, chairman and CEO of US-based Wabtec, the presidential press service reported.
The sides discussed the renewal and expansion of Uzbekistan’s locomotive fleet, including the supply of locomotives with long-term maintenance services involving US financial institutions.
The meeting also covered the possibility of establishing locomotive maintenance facilities in Uzbekistan, manufacturing spare parts and training personnel. These plans are linked to the development of the country’s railway infrastructure and transit potential.
The sides also discussed establishing a service centre for mining equipment used by mining companies and cooperation in diesel generator systems.
Wabtec is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of locomotives and railway equipment, as well as a provider of digital and service solutions. The company implements projects across Central Asia.
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