- TNP Nation
- Ethnon
14th April, 2026
Stadler EURODUAL locomotive
Stadler has received approval for its EURODUAL bi-mode locomotives to operate throughout Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia.
Extending approval for their use in the Balkan Region adds to other European countries where they are already approved for use, including Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, and Türkiye.
Following their approval for use in the Balkan region will allow Stadler’s EURODUAL locomotives to be used on international rail freight along the Pan-European Corridor X, which links central Europe and Türkiye via the Balkans.
EURODUAL locomotives have six axles and are bi-mode. providing both electric and diesel traction in a single unit, allowing them to operate seamlessly on both electrified and non-electrified networks.
They produce high tractive effort using a 6.2 MW electric generator and a 2.8 MW diesel engine, which makes them especially suitable for lines with mixed infrastructure, without the need to make locomotive changes.
This is particularly relevant in regions with mixed infrastructure, such as the Balkan region, where only 40% to 50% of railway lines are electrified.
A further advantage of the EURODUAL locomotives is their contribution to sustainable rail freight transport, where their high haulage capacity helps to optimise resources.
Also, local emissions are reduced through their use of advanced propulsion technology, including a Stage V-compliant diesel engine and compatibility with HVO fuels.
Class 88 locomotives operated by Direct Rail Services on their freight service between Daventry in Northamptonshire and Coatbridge in Scotland are based on Stadler’s EURODUAL design, as are the latest Class 99 locomotives, which have been authorised to operate throughout the UK.
”Its proven performance confirms its suitability for demanding freight operations. The new approvals enable additional cross-border freight services and support more efficient rail connections in Southeast Europe.”
Iñigo Parra, CEO of Stadler Valencia
Stadler bi-mode locomotives receive approval to operate in 3 more countries
Stadler EURODUAL locomotive
Stadler has received approval for its EURODUAL bi-mode locomotives to operate throughout Slovenia, Croatia, and Serbia.
Extending approval for their use in the Balkan Region adds to other European countries where they are already approved for use, including Germany, Austria, France, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, and Türkiye.
Following their approval for use in the Balkan region will allow Stadler’s EURODUAL locomotives to be used on international rail freight along the Pan-European Corridor X, which links central Europe and Türkiye via the Balkans.
EURODUAL locomotives have six axles and are bi-mode. providing both electric and diesel traction in a single unit, allowing them to operate seamlessly on both electrified and non-electrified networks.
They produce high tractive effort using a 6.2 MW electric generator and a 2.8 MW diesel engine, which makes them especially suitable for lines with mixed infrastructure, without the need to make locomotive changes.
This is particularly relevant in regions with mixed infrastructure, such as the Balkan region, where only 40% to 50% of railway lines are electrified.
A further advantage of the EURODUAL locomotives is their contribution to sustainable rail freight transport, where their high haulage capacity helps to optimise resources.
Also, local emissions are reduced through their use of advanced propulsion technology, including a Stage V-compliant diesel engine and compatibility with HVO fuels.
Class 88 locomotives operated by Direct Rail Services on their freight service between Daventry in Northamptonshire and Coatbridge in Scotland are based on Stadler’s EURODUAL design, as are the latest Class 99 locomotives, which have been authorised to operate throughout the UK.
”Its proven performance confirms its suitability for demanding freight operations. The new approvals enable additional cross-border freight services and support more efficient rail connections in Southeast Europe.”
Iñigo Parra, CEO of Stadler Valencia