Railway electrification

With know-how and system expertise, we deliver solutions for sustainable rail networks

Conductor Rail - installation work

Powerlines is a reliable partner for the design, installation and maintenance of overhead lines and of conductor rails for local mass transit infrastructure. Our team specializes in the fast and professional on site implementation. Powerlines electrifies tram routes, trolley-buses and underground train routes within local mass transit networks.

Installation work on a conductor rail
Crossing of underground tracks
The light rail passes a GRP mast.
Two Trams at "Schwarzenbergplatz" in Vienna
Mass transit - overhead line system and tracks
Overhead line infrastructure during sunset in Ulm

Reliable implementation

  • We reliably meet deadlines when completing projects.
  • With special assembly vehicles and appropriate tools, we are able to solve all the tasks you set us.
  • Assembly work around the clock and work during shutdown periods are part of our daily routine.
  • Our knowledge and experience from the large number of projects from a wide range of operators are constantly being incorporated into new projects.

Railway electrification services

As system providers, we support our customers in every project phase

As system providers, our advice portfolio includes: 

  • Expert reports and planning, and final permit inspections (EBA: Federal Railway Authority)
  • Organisation and implementation of technical seminars
  • Technical advisory and engineering services

Powerlines is a system provider that offers international customers a comprehensive range of engineering service options. Customers benefit from the technical expertise and many years of experience in electrification provided by our engineers. Powerlines’ engineering team comprises around 50 highly-specialised experts at the Forchheim, Langenhagen, Leipzig, Coatbridge, Derby and Glasgow bases.

Powerlines electrifies local mass transit and mainline infrastructure. In local mass transport, this involves electrifying infrastructure for trams, underground trains, urban trains and trolleybus systems. In mainline transport, the range of services includes standard railway lines and high-speed lines. 
Many years of international experience, technical expertise, excellent knowledge of the industry, and a modern fleet, enable our group of companies to meet the variety of requirements demanded by a wide range of markets.

Powerlines develops and sells components and complete systems for the electrification of local mass and mainline transit infrastructure. 

The focus in component development is on creating holistic systems, and always on the integration of the latest production methods and highest quality standards.

Guaranteeing functional reliability and reducing the maintenance intensity of components and systems are issues of foremost importance.

Interested?

We look forward to hearing from you:

SPL Powerlines Austria GmbH
Johann-Galler-Straße 39; A-2120 Wolkersdorf im Weinviertel
T: +43 2245 212 12-0
M: office.austria@powerlines-group.com