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Janeiro 16, 2019
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Dayton/ Ohio: Kiepe Electric to equip another 15 buses with In Motion Charging (IMC) technology
- Kiepe Electric writes next chapter in North American e-mobility story
- Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA) partners with Kiepe Electric to expand electric bus fleet to 45 vehicles
- Operator opts for future-proof In Motion Charging (IMC) concept
Kiepe Electric, a subsidiary of Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle subsystems, is to supply the traction systems for an additional 15 trolleybuses in Dayton, Ohio.
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Dezembro 07, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse acquires the commercial vehicle steering business of Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. in Japan and Thailand and expands its steering systems business
- Knorr-Bremse today signed an agreement to acquire the commercial vehicle steering business (“Integral Power Steering” (IPS)) from Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. in Japan and Thailand
- IPS will establish Knorr-Bremse as a relevant supplier of power steering parts for commercial vehicles
- In 2017, Hitachi Automotive Systems´ division generated a turnover close to 100 million euros
- The division is the market leading manufacturer of steering systems in Japan
- Knorr-Bremse is setting a further milestone on its way to systems solutions for driver assistance and highly automated driving
Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle subsystems, today signed an agreement to acquire the commercial vehicle steering business (IPS) from Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. in Japan and Thailand. The division is the leading supplier of power steering parts for commercial vehicles in Japan. With this transaction, Knorr-Bremse takes a further step towards supplying its customers with highly integrated systems, as well as new functionalities in the field of driver assistance and automated driving. The acquisition is subject to approval by the anti-trust authorities and is expected to be completed in the first quarter 2019.
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Novembro 28, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse presents strong figures for the first nine months of 2018
- Successful IPO: Shares placed on 12 October amidst challenging market backdrop
- Strong growth: Revenues grow by 9.5% to 4.994 mEUR during the first nine months of 2018 . Both segments contributing
- Improved profitability: EBITDA rises by 12.6% against previous year to 876 mEUR, margin expands by 40 basis points to 17.5% (previous year 17.1%)
- Strong order book: Order backlog grows by 11.9% against previous year to 4.449 mEUR, underscoring good medium-term prospects
- Guidance for fiscal year 2018: Revenues 6.6-6.7bn EUR, EBITDA margin of 17.5%-18.5%
Knorr-Bremse AG, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of safety-critical rail and commercial vehicle systems, today published its first nine-month results as a listed company.
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Novembro 02, 2018
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Kiepe Electric wins another order from Manchester
- Metrolink adding 27 light rail vehicles to its fleet
- Marked increase in transport capacity
- Kiepe Electric to integrate new converter solution
Kiepe Electric, a subsidiary of Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading provider of sub-systems for rail and commercial vehicles, has been commissioned to supply 27 light rail vehicles.
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Outubro 30, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse update after InnoTrans 2018: genuine value-added customer solutions drive new business
- Trade fair booths focused on megatrends of urbanization, digitization and eco-efficiency
- Maintenance contract signed with Siemens Mobility Services for Desiro, Velaro and locomotive fleets
- Memorandum of understanding signed with Siemens Mobility Services on integration of iCOM apps into Railigent®
- Cooperation with Perpetuum on vehicle component monitoring
- Presentation of iCOM Monitor condition monitoring project with Rheinbahn
- Project launched with Deutsche Bahn to pilot eco-friendly CO2 refrigerant for air-conditioning units
- During InnoTrans, Knorr-Bremse received first ever “authorization for placing in service” from the German Federal Railway Authority, in connection with a brake modernization project
InnoTrans 2018 in Berlin was a great success and triggered several new business deals for Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other safety-critical rail and commercial vehicle systems.
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Outubro 29, 2018
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Vehicle approval included: Knorr-Bremse modernizes braking systems for Desiro Classic VT 642 multiple units
- Knorr-Bremse drives forward solutions for low life-cycle costs
- Federal Railway Authority (EBA) issues Knorr-Bremse with its first ever ‘authorization for placing in service’ in the course of a brake modernization project
- Knorr-Bremse RailServices modernizes VT 642 Desiros with new ESRA 3.0 brake control system, in a package that also reduces approval costs for customers
Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle subsystems, is expanding its modernization services with a focus on minimizing life-cycle costs.
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Outubro 25, 2018
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Rheinbahn Düsseldorf to equip light rail vehicles with iCOM digital platform from Knorr-Bremse
- iCOM installed in three Rheinbahn Düsseldorf vehicles
- iCOM serves as central data hub and monitors condition of rail vehicles
- System provides basis for predictive and lower-cost maintenance
In June of this year, Düsseldorf mass transit operator Rheinbahn began installing the iCOM digital platform from Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other safety-critical rail and commercial vehicle systems. As a result, Rheinbahn will be able to achieve more efficient maintenance of the three units currently fitted with iCOM, along with reductions in downtimes and costs.
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Outubro 17, 2018
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IAA Commercial Vehicles 2018: Knorr-Bremse’s strategy and product offensive on the industry’s megatrends very well received by customers
- Broad range of market-led solutions to challenges facing commercial vehicle sector
- Island exhibits on market megatrends prove strong attractions
- Partnership with Continental on first cross-brand system solution for highly automated driving in commercial vehicles
In line with the motto “Shaping tomorrow’s transportation. Together.” at the IAA in Hanover, Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, showcased its product offensive for the transportation sector in an interactive and focused display of concrete answers to current and future challenges facing the commercial vehicle industry.
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Setembro 21, 2018
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Perpetuum and Knorr-Bremse RailServices look ahead to future cooperation
- Signed declaration between Perpetuum and Knorr-Bremse for maximized safety and reliability and reduced costs
- Future cooperation of digital applications in the rail sector
- Condition based maintenance of wheels, gearboxes, motors and wheel bearings for a better insight
Knorr-Bremse RailServices, the aftermarket specialists in the Rail Vehicle Systems division of Knorr-Bremse, and Perpetuum have signed a declaration of intent as the basis for further future cooperation between the two companies. Perpetuum is the global leader in the provision of information to maximise safety and reliability and reduce costs.
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Setembro 20, 2018
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Knorr-Bremse PowerTech at InnoTrans 2018: Innovations boost power supply efficiency
- New PowerBriX converter generation with silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors
- Power density increased by up to 50%
- Complete systems solutions reduce integration effort for vehicle builders and increase reliability and efficiency of on-board power supply
At the InnoTrans trade fair, Knorr-Bremse PowerTech, a subsidiary of
Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading provider of subsystems for rail and commercial vehicles, is showcasing customized solutions for efficient on-board power supply in rail vehicles.
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