Heramba Electric's Kiepe Electric Subsidiary to Supply Traction Inverters for LOHR & SNCF's DRAISY Project Providing Revolutionary Very Light Train for the Region
Heramba Electric's subsidiary Kiepe Electric is set to supply traction inverters for the DRAISY project, a revolutionary very light train initiative by LOHR & SNCF. The 100% battery-powered DRAISY aims to revitalize rural railway lines in France, with an estimated 9,000 kilometers of potential routes. Kiepe Electric will provide the Kiepe Traction Inverter (KTI) and electric motors for this economical and sustainable passenger transport solution.
The 14-meter-long DRAISY train, weighing only 20 tons, can carry up to 80 passengers at speeds of 100 km/h with a 150-kilometer range. It promises lower operating and maintenance costs compared to conventional regional trains. The project is expected to launch in Alsace by 2026, marking a significant step towards decarbonizing public transportation in rural areas.
La controllata di Heramba Electric, Kiepe Electric, fornirà inverter di trazione per il progetto DRAISY, un'iniziativa rivoluzionaria di treni molto leggeri proposta da LOHR & SNCF. Il DRAISY, alimentato al 100% da batterie, mira a rivitalizzare le linee ferroviarie rurali in Francia, con un potenziale di circa 9.000 chilometri di percorsi. Kiepe Electric fornirà l'Inverter di Trazione Kiepe (KTI) e motori elettrici per questa soluzione di trasporto passeggeri economica e sostenibile.
Il treno DRAISY, lungo 14 metri e dal peso di sole 20 tonnellate, può trasportare fino a 80 passeggeri a velocità di 100 km/h con un'autonomia di 150 chilometri. Promette costi operativi e di manutenzione inferiori rispetto ai treni regionali convenzionali. Si prevede che il progetto venga lanciato in Alsazia entro il 2026, segnando un passo significativo verso la decarbonizzazione dei trasporti pubblici nelle aree rurali.
La subsidiaria de Heramba Electric, Kiepe Electric, se encargará de suministrar inversores de tracción para el proyecto DRAISY, una iniciativa revolucionaria de trenes muy ligeros de LOHR & SNCF. El DRAISY, que funciona al 100% con baterías, tiene como objetivo revitalizar las líneas ferroviarias rurales en Francia, con una estimación de 9,000 kilómetros de rutas potenciales. Kiepe Electric proporcionará el Inversor de Tracción Kiepe (KTI) y motores eléctricos para esta solución de transporte de pasajeros económica y sostenible.
El tren DRAISY, que mide 14 metros de largo y pesa solo 20 toneladas, puede transportar hasta 80 pasajeros a velocidades de 100 km/h con un alcance de 150 kilómetros. Promete costos operativos y de mantenimiento más bajos en comparación con los trenes regionales convencionales. Se espera que el proyecto se lance en Alsacia para 2026, marcando un paso significativo hacia la descarbonización del transporte público en las áreas rurales.
헤람바 전기의 자회사 키페 전기는 DRAISY 프로젝트의 추진용 인버터를 공급할 예정입니다. 이는 LOHR & SNCF의 혁신적인 초경량 기차 프로젝트입니다. 100% 배터리로 구동되는 DRAISY는 프랑스의 농촌 철도 노선을 활성화하는 것을 목표로 하며, 약 9,000킬로미터의 잠재적 노선을 추정하고 있습니다. 키페 전기는 이 경제적이고 지속 가능한 승객 운송 솔루션을 위해 키페 트랙션 인버터(KTI)와 전기 모터를 제공할 것입니다.
14미터 길이의 DRAISY 기차는 중량이 20톤에 불과하여 100km/h의 속도로 최대 80명을 수송할 수 있으며, 150킬로미터의 주행 거리를 자랑합니다. 기존 지역 열차에 비해 운영 및 유지 관리 비용이 낮아질 것을 약속합니다. 이 프로젝트는 2026년까지 알자스를 시작으로 공개될 것으로 예상되며, 농촌 지역의 공공 교통의 탈탄소화를 향한 중요한 발걸음이 될 것입니다.
La filiale de Heramba Electric, Kiepe Electric, est prête à fournir des onduleurs de traction pour le projet DRAISY, une initiative révolutionnaire de train très léger de LOHR & SNCF. Le DRAISY, fonctionnant à 100 % sur batteries, vise à revitaliser les lignes ferroviaires rurales en France, avec environ 9 000 kilomètres de lignes potentielles. Kiepe Electric fournira l'Onduleur de Traction Kiepe (KTI) et des moteurs électriques pour cette solution de transport de passagers économique et durable.
Le train DRAISY, long de 14 mètres et pesant seulement 20 tonnes, peut transporter jusqu'à 80 passagers à des vitesses de 100 km/h avec une autonomie de 150 kilomètres. Il promet des coûts d'exploitation et de maintenance inférieurs par rapport aux trains régionaux conventionnels. Le projet devrait être lancé en Alsace d'ici 2026, représentant un pas significatif vers la décarbonisation des transports publics dans les zones rurales.
Die Tochtergesellschaft von Heramba Electric, Kiepe Electric, wird Traktionswechselrichter für das DRAISY-Projekt liefern, einer revolutionären Initiative für sehr leichte Züge von LOHR & SNCF. Der 100% batteriebetriebene DRAISY zielt darauf ab, ländliche Eisenbahnlinien in Frankreich zu revitalisieren, mit geschätzten 9.000 Kilometern potenzieller Strecken. Kiepe Electric wird den Kiepe Traktionswechselrichter (KTI) und Elektromotoren für diese wirtschaftliche und nachhaltige Passagiertransportslösung bereitstellen.
Der 14 Meter lange DRAISY-Zug wiegt nur 20 Tonnen und kann bis zu 80 Passagiere mit Geschwindigkeiten von 100 km/h und einer Reichweite von 150 Kilometern befördern. Er verspricht geringere Betriebs- und Wartungskosten im Vergleich zu herkömmlichen Regionalzügen. Das Projekt soll bis 2026 in Elsass starten und stellt einen bedeutenden Schritt zur Dekarbonisierung des öffentlichen Verkehrs in ländlichen Gebieten dar.
- Kiepe Electric secures contract to supply traction systems for innovative DRAISY project
- DRAISY project aligns with Heramba Electric's mission of decarbonizing public transportation
- Potential market of 9,000 kilometers of local routes in rural France
- DRAISY train offers lower operating and maintenance costs compared to conventional regional trains
- Project recognized in French government's Future Investment Program
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The DRAISY project represents a significant leap in sustainable rural transportation. Its 100% battery-powered design with a 150 km range and quick-charging capabilities addresses the unique challenges of rural transit. The 20-ton weight, about
This project positions Heramba Electric favorably in the growing market for sustainable transit solutions. While specific financial figures aren't provided, the potential is substantial. With 9,000 km of applicable rural routes in France alone, successful implementation could lead to significant orders. The lower operating and maintenance costs of DRAISY compared to conventional trains could drive adoption, potentially boosting Heramba's long-term revenues. However, investors should note that profitability depends on production costs and pricing, which aren't disclosed. The 2026 operational target in Alsace will be a important proof-of-concept, potentially opening doors to wider adoption. This project aligns with global decarbonization trends, potentially enhancing Heramba's market position and investor appeal in the green technology sector.
DRAISY represents a significant step towards decarbonizing rural public transit. By electrifying rural rail lines, it addresses a often-overlooked sector in climate policy. The project's selection for the French government's Future Investment Program underscores its alignment with national environmental goals. The 100% battery-powered design eliminates direct emissions, while the lightweight construction and energy-efficient traction system minimize energy consumption. This could substantially reduce the carbon footprint of rural transportation. If widely adopted, such systems could play a important role in achieving broader climate targets. However, the full environmental impact will depend on the source of electricity for charging and the lifecycle emissions of battery production and disposal, aspects that warrant further scrutiny.
100% battery-powered light train DRAISY is intended to give new impulse to rural railway lines
- KIEPE provides the traction package for DRAISY with the Kiepe Traction Inverter (KTI) including the electric motors
DÜSSELDORF, Germany and ATLANTA, Sept. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Heramba Electric plc (NASDAQ: PITA), a global technology company focused on decarbonizing public and commercial transportation, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Kiepe Electric, is contributing to a new regional public transit initiative. The project, known as DRAISY, is a very light, powerful railbus developed by French railway operator SNCF and transport system manufacturer LOHR. Kiepe Electric will supply the highly efficient, energy-saving traction system, which includes the Kiepe Traction Inverter (KTI) and electric motors.
Ulrich Lauel, Global Head Rail Systems at KIEPE, said, "The DRAISY project fits in with KIEPE's mission, because we want to create an emission-free future with innovative, reliable and environmentally friendly mobility solutions. I welcome the diversity in regional public transit, as embodied by the DRAISY light train. Especially in rural areas, it is not just about faster, stronger, further - what is needed are economical and reliable solutions for sustainable passenger transport. Our team is enthusiastically working on this in this very innovative light train project."
Economical rail transport in rural areas
The DRAISY project consists of a very light, 14-meter-long passenger train. This rail vehicle is intended to give new impulse to shorter railway lines in rural areas. In France, it is estimated that there are almost 9,000 kilometers of such local routes in rural communities. Given this potential, it is hardly surprising that the project won in the "Digitization and decarbonization of rail transport" category as part of the fourth edition of the French government's Future Investment Program. In addition to SNCF and LOHR, the winning project team includes partners GCK Battery, Stations-e and IRT Railenium.
The DRAISY railbus is a battery-powered electric passenger train with a range of 150 kilometers that can be quickly charged in stations along the route without affecting passenger service. The train, with a top speed of 100 km/h, has space for up to 80 passengers. The vehicle weight of 20 tons is only about two thirds of a conventional regional railcar. The DRAISY concept assumes significantly lower operating and maintenance costs compared to current regional trains. The vehicle includes a large number of components and systems that are already available on the market, such as the KIEPE traction package with traction inverter. DRAISY is expected to be in operation in Alsace from 2026.
Kiepe Traction Inverter (KTI) from KIEPE
The compact Kiepe Traction Inverter (KTI) achieves a high-power density through efficient semiconductor technology and can be used universally. The intelligent control system benefits from the new Kiepe Traction Control (KTC), a motor control system to increase the performance of the drive train. The KTI, like the entire new generation of Kiepe Electric traction devices for electrically powered vehicles, can be integrated into Kiepe Fleet Management (KFM). The KFM digital solution supports the planning of predictive services and repairs with collected and evaluated vehicle data.
The compact Kiepe Traction Inverter (KTI) is designed for rail vehicles and reliably drives the electric motors of the DRAISY train. | © LOHR-HAIKU DESIGN
"The DRAISY project is a groundbreaking step toward sustainable and efficient public transit," said Michele Molinari, CEO of Heramba Electric. "By leveraging Kiepe Electric's innovative traction technology, SNCF and LOHR are decarbonizing transportation and bringing a cost-effective, battery-powered solution to rural railway lines. This project exemplifies our commitment to driving the future of clean mobility with reliable, forward-thinking technologies."
About Heramba Electric
Heramba Electric is a special-focused company dedicated to accelerating decarbonized commercial transportation. Focused on innovation and impactful developments, our vision is to help the world seamlessly shift towards green mobility. Our investments in sustainable, clean energy providers support Heramba Electric’s mission to abate this transportation sector’s contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). Heramba Electric is the parent company of Kiepe Group, an international pioneer in electric mobility for rail vehicles and buses. For more information on Heramba Electric plc visit our website at www.herambaelectric.com.
KIEPE, with headquarter in Düsseldorf and subsidiaries in Austria, Canada, Italy, Switzerland and the USA, is known worldwide for its efficient and ecologically sustainable electrical equipment. The company has been offering solutions for light rail, subways, regional trains, locomotives and electric buses with In Motion Charging (IMC) and High-Power Charging (HPC) since 1906. In addition, KIEPE provides charging systems for various applications. Kiepe Electric GmbH is a company of Heramba Electric plc. For more information on Kiepe Electric visit our website at https://kiepe.knorr-bremse.com/en/de/.
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