Israel Railways picks Bombardier
Written by William C. Vantuono, Editor-in-ChiefBombardier Transportation said Friday it has signed a “framework agreement” with Israel Railways (ISR) for 78 double-deck coaches, with optional orders foreseen. The order value of the initial 78 coaches is US$185 million. The vehicles will be manufactured at Bombardier Transportation’s Gorlitz facility in Germany and in Israel.
Bombardier Transportation Vice President of Sales Jean Barge said, “We are delighted to have won this contract in Israel, which incorporates Bombardier’s long-standing experience with double-deck coaches.”
Yossi Daskal, chief country representative of Bombardier Transportation in Israel, said, “This contract demonstrates the trust that ISR has in Bombardier. We are proud to continue our successful business relationship with ISR that started in 1999 and to contribute to reliable public transport offering in Israel.”
