Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited an electric locomotive production plant located in Industrial zone No. 1 of Astana. The plant was launched as part of the industrialization program by the French company Alstom.
The Head of State was informed that 380 freight and 70 passenger electric locomotives and their components for the national company "Kazakhstan Temir Zholy" have been produced and maintained at the enterprise. In addition, 80 sections of freight electric locomotives were exported to Azerbaijan. Today, the plant produces locomotive bodies, transformers, low-voltage and high-voltage cabinets, etc.
During the inspection of the workshops, the President was informed about the development of a new generation locomotive, the cost of which has been reduced by 40% and efficiency increased by 20%. The production of new electric freight locomotives will begin in 2028.
Alstom is currently investing in the construction of service centers in Astana, Almaty, Shu and Arys, which will create an additional 700 jobs.
In addition, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev was presented with products from domestic manufacturers of the railway cluster. In Kazakhstan, more than 600 companies are involved in the production of parts and components for the industry. Their goods and services are exported to 25 countries.
During a meeting with young specialists of the electric locomotive assembly plant, the Head of State recalled that 2025 has been declared the Year of Working Professions. He stressed that the state will continue to support young people working in the manufacturing sector.
Source: akorda.kz

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/913799