Siemens inks massive train contract in India
By DW
18 January 2023 |
7:31 am
German engineering giant Siemens says it's received its largest-ever order from government-owned Indian Railways. The deal is for 1,200 electric locomotives over 11 years, and their repair and maintenance for 35 years.
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