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Wabtec, Norfolk Southern to modernize 33 locomotives

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By Melina Druga | August 28, 2026

Pittsburgh-based Wabtec Corp. and Norfolk Southern Corp. recently announced a program to modernize 33 of the railroad’s DC-traction Evolution Series locomotives. The program, which is underway, is part of Norfolk Southern's fleet modernization strategy and will convert the units to AC-traction technology to improve performance, reliability and efficiency. “This new modernization program underscores the strength of our longstanding partnership with Norfolk Southern and our shared focus on ...

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