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Inspired Rail Technology from the Swiss Romande Region

The Climate is Right for Trains

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in the heart of the stunning Swiss romande region,

Bombardier’s Villeneuve site is home to a tradition of

rail manufacture spanning over 60 years. With the

dramatic backdrop of the alps and the expanse of lake

leman, it is fitting that this inspirational location

continues the evolution of inspired rail products.

Villeneuve has always been at the forefront of innovation

in rail transportation – technology made in Switzerland,

for Switzerland. From the first low floor trams in Geneva

to the development of the “Lötschberger” regional train

and BOMBARDIER INOVA low floor commuter vehicles,

Bombardier’s Villeneuve site is used to scaling new

heights in Swiss rail technology.

Driving the next generation of rail products, the

BOMBARDIER* TWINDEXX* Express double-deck trains

for Switzerland will be the latest groundbreaking

technology to emerge from the Villeneuve site. As a

global leader in its sector, Bombardier Transportation

offers the international know-how to deliver pioneering

advances in rail equipment, including the BOMBARDIER*

ECO4* portfolio of energy-saving and eco-active

technologies that have created a new formula for total

train performance.

Throughout Switzerland, the Bombardier brand is

synonymous with cutting-edge performance. Our 900

employees are committed to maintaining the tradition of

offering transport solutions which are technology-driven,

reliable and competitive.

Nowhere is this more evident than in Villeneuve, which

has consistently manufactured products to the highest

standards for the Swiss market.

Bombardier’s Villeneuve Site A Spectacular Location Producing Exceptional Rail Products

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Backed by our colleagues in Zurich - a worldwide centre

of excellence for innovation, engineering and project

management in rail vehicles and propulsion - and

Winterthur, home to our BOMBARDIER* FLEXX* Tronic

bogie designers, we have a comprehensive portfolio of

skills to fully support the needs of the Swiss market.

From suburban, regional and inter-regional trains and

customized trams, to high performance electric

locomotives, advanced propulsion and comprehensive

maintenance services and overhaul capabilities; whether

for large scale projects, or for more bespoke fleet

requirements, our customers in Switzerland are assured

of support that is locally delivered and underpinned by a

global support network.

Bombardier Transportation has a rich history in

Villeneuve and the Swiss Romande region. For

over 60 years, Bombardier has been manufacturing

trains for Switzerland. As Bombardier’s rail vehicle

manufacturing site in Switzerland, Villeneuve will

also carry out the manufacture and final assembly

of the modern TWINDEXX Swiss Express double

deck trains for SBB. Bombardier Transportation in

Villeneuve is also proud to continue supporting new

generations by investing in training programmes as

well as supporting education programmes for young

apprentices. In Villeneuve, Bombardier works with

local suppliers and is a proud member of the

region’s political assemblies and constituents.

Ronny van Laere General Manager, Villeneuve Site

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The evolution of mobility  In Villeneuve

Villeneuve is Bombardier’s dedicated production site

in Switzerland. The factory offers a broad portfolio of

products and a reputation built on more than 60 years

of history.

The site has benefited from significant investment in

infrastructure including a 200 m test track, for both static

and dynamic testing. Backed by other sites within

Bombardier Transportation – in Switzerland and beyond

- our production capacity is around 6 trains per month,

making this the ideal location for the manufacture of the

new Swiss TWINDEXX Express Train for national train

operator, SBB.

With capabilities ranging from the manufacture of new

fleets of trains to more bespoke tram orders or vehicle

modernization programmes, our highly skilled workforce

of production and maintenance teams is accustomed to

flexibly supporting both national, regional and local train

operators.

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Bombardier’s approach to apprentice training As a company, Bombardier attaches great importance

to training for apprentices, particularly in Switzerland,

where combined training in the workplace and college is

commonly practiced. At its site in Villeneuve, Bombardier

trains between 8 and 10 apprentices in the professions of

logistics, industrial varnishing, and mechanical production.

These apprentices are fully supervised and supported

by experienced and dedicated mentors.

regional supply base Wherever possible, Bombardier seeks to support its

considerable subcontract and materials requirements

with regionally based suppliers and aims to cultivate

companies in the Villeneuve area. With this policy,

Bombardier maintains a strong network of collaboration

at a regional level and minimizes pollution caused by

transport between different manufacturing sites.

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Key dates

1895 Creation of ACMV SA

1948 Inauguration of the Villeneuve site by ACMV SA for production of freight wagons

1954 Construction of the first trams for Lausanne and Lugano

1977 Production of the first Electrical Multiple units (EMUs) for BAM (Morges) and YstC (Yverdon-les-Bains)

1982 Construction of the first low floor trams for TPG (Geneva)

1993 The Royal Begemann Group (Netherlands) purchases the site and changes the name to Vevey Technologiesa

1997 Purchase of site by Deutsche Waggonbau AG (DWA)

1998 Bombardier purchases DWA

2001 Bombardier purchases Adtranz. Vevey Technologies and Adtranz Switzerland become Bombardier Transportation (Switzerland) SA

2004 Villeneuve becomes the production site of Bombardier in Switzerland

2008 Inauguration of the third assembly hall

2010 Bombardier receives largest order from SBB to manufacture TWINDEXX Swiss Express

2012 Last delivery of the Innova trains (2012)

Legendary: the famous Red Arrow

The future: TWINDEXX Express for SBB

a Portfolio as Broad As Our Customers’ Needs

regional trains – our specialityBombardier’s Villeneuve site has a proud track record of

manufacturing rail products for the Swiss regional market:

trains designed to address the needs of both operators

and their passengers. Accessibility, comfortable interiors

and a smooth ride are just some of the standard features

that our customers can expect from our rail products.

NINA regional train

Designed to meet the needs of both regular travellers

and tourist passengers, the Lötschberger - BOMBARDIER*

NINA* - regional express trains, operated by BLS, were

manufactured in Villeneuve. With panoramic windows,

full air-conditioning and spacious interiors, these

comfortable trains guarantee that the rail journey is as

pleasing as the scenery.

improving accessAs part of SBB’s DOMINO programme to upgrade Swiss

regional trains to meet modern standards, the INOVA low

floor intermediate cars, manufactured at Bombardier’s

Villeneuve site, have paved the way for more versatile

travel with improved access and multi-functional areas to

suit contemporary passengers’ needs.

The INOVA low-floor vehicles were introduced to

complement the suburban trains operated by SBB on

their regional routes across the Swiss Romande,

Glaronnais and Swiss Plateau areas.

Domino regional train with intermediate INOVA coaches

Lötschberger low floor regional train

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meeting modern urban mobility requirementsEase of access is important to today’s city dwellers,

where interconnected rail and bus routes mean that

passengers need to change quickly and easily from one

form of transport to another.

Double-deck commuter car NDW

Bombardier has addressed these needs with a range of

low-floor solutions for both commuter trains and trams.

For SBB’s regional express network surrounding Zurich,

Bombardier‘s Villeneuve site has provided 121 new double

deck vehicles with low-floor access to facilitate boarding

for passengers with restricted mobility.

Specializing in metre gauge vehicles The Villeneuve site has earned an excellent reputation in

the design and production of rail vehicles tailored to the

Swiss metre gauge market. Either as multiple units,

coaches, or driving trailers, Bombardier has the skills to

develop and produce rolling stock designed for Swiss

railway companies offering regional services and tourist

transport in the mountains.

These vehicles are specially developed to meet the many

different technical requirements relating to infrastructure

and operations.

low floor tramsDesigned by Swiss designer Pininfarina, with a view to

maximizing passenger comfort, Cobra trams have been

in operation in Zurich for several years for public

transport operators VBZ and VBG. The trams combine

low-floor vehicles with seven large double doors that

enable passengers to board and disembark quickly.

Spacious air-conditioned interiors provide comfort for

passengers during their journeys. The highly popular

BOMBARDIER* FLEXITY* Outlook low floor trams are also

in operation in Geneva.

Ferrovie Autolinee Regionali Ticinesi Multiple Units

Cobra tram in Zurich

FLEXITY tram in Geneva

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The new TWINDEXX train is set to change the way we

think about double-deck rail travel, effortlessly

combining capacity with comfort and high speed.

Rail services are integral to the Swiss transport network

and passengers have high expectations for a relaxed

journey. Frequent services and a fast journey time are

also vital to today’s rail traveller. The new TWINDEXX

Express trains combine the best of all worlds – providing

high speed and high capacity with latest facilities for

information, entertainment and versatility.

The innovative TWINDEXX train incorporates the

advanced and market-leading FLEXX Tronic WAKO bogie

technology, enabling vehicles to run at speed, even on

existing curved track. This means substantially reduced

journey times, without the need for major infrastructural

investment.

The high speed TWINDEXX train can travel at up to

230 km/h. With a “married pair” of two cars forming

each traction unit, configuration is flexibly available in

scalable formations from four to eight cars with a

maximum 16 car formation.

Large areas for luggage, as well as bicycle and ski

storage areas, a dedicated restaurant and multi-purpose

and family areas suit the wide range of passenger needs.

Trains are equipped with comfortable air-conditioned

interiors, have provision for WiFi access and offer

electronic passenger information and emergency alert

facilities.

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TWINDEXX EXPRESS a New era in rail Travel

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Dining car The upper decks are connected by automatic doors

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engineering The Villeneuve site has its own dedicated team of

engineers, designers and technicians which draw on our

global technology leadership to create new rail products

for Switzerland. With skills in all areas of rolling stock

engineering, encompassing system design and

mechanical and electrical engineering, our portfolio in

the sector is comprehensive and our integration of skills

seamless.

Production Our production facility in Villeneuve provides

comprehensive capabilities in vehicle manufacturing

including car-body welding and electrical systems

integration to final assembly, painting and interior fitting.

Our multi-skilled teams enable us to produce products of

high quality and technology. Our site utilizes the

Bombardier Operating System, recognized across

Bombardier for ensuring manufacturing excellence.

Comprehensive Capabilities In Rail Technology

Highly qualified manufacturing team

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Testing Bombardier’s Villeneuve site provides the facilities for

static, or dynamic testing of either individual vehicles, or

entire units. The product introduction department,

consisting of a highly qualified multi-disciplined team,

ensures fleet delivery and availability for our clients.

Services Reliability, availability, maintainability and safety are

crucial factors in providing today’s rail systems and

trains. Our unparalleled expertise, innovative approach

and customized solutions enable us to supply complete

life-cycle service and support for ever-more sustainable

rail equipment.

At Bombardier Transportation, we have the services,

skills and expertise to deliver efficient, competitive and

energy-efficient rail operations. We help our customers

minimize operational costs and maximize revenue

generation over an extended asset lifetime, while

ensuring the highest levels of passenger safety and

comfort.

Bombardier’s highly qualified team of Service personnel

in Villeneuve provides a comprehensive range of

maintenance services, encompassing renovation,

overhaul and upgrade of rail vehicles and equipment.

Modernization of regional vehicles

Customized solutionsBombardier provides solutions which are customized to

the individual needs of its customers. This enables train

operators to manage their costs and gain economic

value, while optimizing the maintenance and

effectiveness of their fleets.

Our specialist team of engineers works closely with our

customers to provide innovative solutions that directly

relate to their needs. We support train operators either

on their own sites or our own facilities and can provide a

localized service that corresponds to individual

requirements.

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Bombardier Transportation has an active set of environmental

print guidelines, for further details click onto:

www.transportation.bombardier.com

Learn more about our commitment to sustainable mobility on:

www.theclimateisrightfortrains.com

If you no longer require this brochure please recycle

it responsibly.

www.bombardier-transportation.ch

Bombardier Transportation (Switzerland) aG

Zone industrielle A 26 - CP 32

CH-1844 Villeneuve

Tel. +41 21 967 05 05

Fax +41 21 967 05 00 *Tra

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