New vehicle for the Mariazellerbahn: modernization by 7.2 million euros!

New vehicle for the Mariazellerbahn: modernization by 7.2 million euros!

The Lower Austrian Transport Organization Society (NÖVOG) is driving the modernization of the 84 -kilometer route of the Mariazellerbahn and recently taken an important step: the new Oberbauwagen (OBW) was successfully delivered in the Alpenbahnhof in St. Pölten. For the proud sum of 7.2 million euros, Növog not only ordered this superstructure car from Plasser & Theurer, but also a engine tower car (MTW), which is to be delivered in 2025. Lower Austria Verkehrsrat Udo Landbauer emphasizes that this investment is therefore crucial for the future and reliability of public transport in the Pielachtal, where the Mariazellerbahn is considered a backbone, reported ots.at .

The new tailor -made vehicles are essential for the efficient maintenance of the historical narrow -gauge route. Thanks to the new superstructure car, almost all the necessary repair and maintenance work can be carried out autonomously. From lifting and loading activities to snow removal, the OBW will take on a variety of tasks. The engine tower car, which will soon also be ready for use, will be used specifically for the construction and maintenance of the overhead line. For example, the infrastructure employees from Növog have the necessary technical resources available to keep the route in an optimal condition, which means increased security and driving comfort for passengers, as in a report on in-motion .me was emphasized.

Through these investments, the NÖVOG ensures that the quality and offer of public transport can be continuously improved. Both managing directors Wolfgang Schroll and Michael Hasenöhrl underline that these vehicles represent the first big step into a new era of infrastructure work. The delivery of the superstructure car not only marks progress in technology, but also a pioneering development for the region and the passengers of the Mariazellerbahn.