Mitsubishi Traction System for NS New Generation Sprinter EMUs

Japanese firm Mitsubishi Electric has secured a contract from Spanish train builder Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) to deliver high-tech traction equipment for a fleet of 118 new-generation Sprinter (SNG) EMUs for Dutch Railways (NS).

The project, in partnership with Mitsubishi Electric Europe’s Italian branch, was considered to be one of the biggest train supply orders in Europe in 2014.

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CAF said the traction equipment supply contract was awarded to Mitsubishi based on its proven technology, which has been successful both in the Japanese domestic and international markets.

"Delivery of the traction system is expected to start from 2016, while the delivery and commercial operation of the trains is scheduled to begin in 2018."

Delivery of the traction system is expected to start from 2016, while the delivery and commercial operation of the trains is scheduled to begin in 2018.

The new NS trains will replace Type SGMm two-car and three-car Sprinter EMUs and the last remaining sets of Type Mat ’64.

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As part of the deal, Mitsubishi will supply traction inverters and other systems related to traction, while high-efficiency, regenerative braking performance and downsized equipment will contribute to energy saving.

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Mitsubishi Electric and Mitsubishi Electric Europe have implemented their proven technology during current modernisation projects with Deutsche Bahn AG (DB) Intercity Express2 (ICE-2) high-speed train and other EMUs or Metro projects in Europe.

The Japanese firm also expects to see the introduction of new IGBT technology called Silicon carbide power module (SiC) to the market, which will contribute to the development of eco-friendly and energy efficient trains in Europe.

Image: NS’ 118 new-generation Sprinter EMUs will be equipped with Mitsubishi Electric’s traction systems. Photo: courtesy of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.