As another year comes to a close, we thank our partners, customers, and team for keeping us on track.
Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a strong start to 2025.
At ELL, we’re not just about powerful locomotives operating in 17 countries, but also about a strong team of 17 nationalities working together towards our shared vision.
This combination of international reach and cultural diversity makes us unique and drives our success.
We are proud to see our company’s achievements featured across various press and media outlets. A big thank you to our followers, partners, and team for being part of this journey! Stay tuned for further updates.
At ELL, we rely on the strength of a cross-generational team. Whether young talents or experienced experts – each age group brings valuable perspectives and experience that help us move forward together. 💡🔧
What unites us? Team spirit, respect and the common goal of getting better and better.
European Locomotive Leasing (ELL) has concluded a financing round of € 250 million in the form of a 7-year senior secured CAPEX revolving credit facility. The financing will support the further growth of ELL’s fleet, which will grow to over 300 Siemens Vectron locomotives.
ELL will thus further secure its leading market position as owner of the largest Vectron fleet. 12 banks are now involved in the financing of ELL. With this round, two more were added to the existing banking club. ELL was founded in 2014 with offices in Vienna and Munich and has developed into a major provider of leasing and services for electric locomotives throughout continental Europe. The company’s portfolio includes the largest Vectron fleet in Europe, which is used for both freight and passenger train operators. ELL’s locomotives are fully electrified and thus make an important contribution to the decarbonization and electrification of the rail sector. The Vectron locomotives are known for their flexibility and are suitable for operation in various European countries and railroad systems.
ELL CEO Christian Kern:
“The issue was oversubscribed four times, although only a limited number of banks were invited to participate. This confirms investors’ confidence in ELL’s robust business model. We have succeeded in delivering an outstanding performance in a challenging environment!”
🌍🚆 InnoTrans 2024 has come to a successful end!
A big thank you to everyone who visited our stand and networked with our team. 🙌
Check out the highlights of our InnoTrans experience in this video 🎥. We look forward to future collaborations!
Podcast: Why does freight traffic roll by road and not by rail?
In the latest episode of the ÖAMTC podcast “What moves us”, presenter Marcel Kilic and our CEO Christian Kern discuss the challenges and developments in freight transport. They shed light on the reasons for the decline in rail freight transport in Europe, including high energy prices and a lack of investment in infrastructure. Kern emphasizes the need for political measures and investments to shift freight transport to rail and thus promote sustainable mobility.
Podcast in German language only!
Cover picture © Matej Pleško
ELL is excited to welcome you to InnoTrans 2024! Join us from September 24th-27th at Stand 210, Hall A in the CityCube.
🚂 Showcase: Discover the world of our locomotives.
💡 Future Focus: Get exclusive insights into our projects.
🤝 Networking: Meet industry experts and build valuable connections.
Be part of the experience and get inspired.
The Polish carrier company of ÖBB Rail Cargo Group (RCG) has expanded its fleet with a modern Vectron multi-system locomotive from ELL.
This collaboration enables RCG to provide smooth cross-border freight transport with a powerful 6,400 hp – while reducing time, costs and CO₂ emissions. 🌱
The health packs for our colleagues are here! 🎁
Contents:
🧴 Sun cream SPF 50+
🧢 Cap
📖 Sun without regrets” brochure
Thanks to Austrian Cancer Aid for their professional support. Together for healthy skin and sunny days! 🌞✨