The locomotives feature radial trucks, distributed power capabilities, and the EMD quiet-cab design.
“We are very pleased to receive the first 10 EMD locomotives and add this equipment to our fleet of 97 SD70ACe’s. EMD has helped us improve our fuel consumption, and their reliability has allowed us to operate more efficiently and effectively. We also appreciate EMD’s efforts to strengthen our commercial relationship and look forward to further cost and efficiency improvements in the near future,” says Rogelio Vélez, CEO of Ferromex.
Brian Edwards, Progress Rail and EMD Vice President of Sales and Locomotive Service Operations, adds, “Our locomotive performance allows Ferromex to realize operational cost reductions, which provide Ferromex with funding to continue their committed investment in and strong support of Mexico’s infrastructure. We are excited to be a part of this transformation and look forward to supporting and growing our Ferromex relationship.”
Ferromex took delivery of 82 new SD70ACe locomotives in 2011 under two separate orders and 15 locomotives in 2006.
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