RAILPOOL AND GIC EXPAND

RAILPOOL, one of Europe's leading electric locomotive leasing companies, has announced that GIC, a global institutional investor, has acquired an additional 27% stake in the company from co-owner Palladio Partners.

This transaction will make GIC the majority/shareholder of Railpool.

Established in 2008, Railpool has experienced remarkable organic growth since GIC's initial investment in 2016. The company has expanded its business areas, including providing passenger cars for FlixTrain, and has successfully complet- ed significant acquisitions such as LocoItalia and workshop takeovers. Railpool's locomotive fleet operates on a full-service leasing model and is entirely electric, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability.

Torsten Lehnert, CEO of Railpool, expressed enthusiasm for the continued partnership with GIC and Palladio Partners, crediting their instrumental roles in delivering sustainable traction to rail operators across Europe. The collaboration has significantly increased Railpool's economic presence throughout the region.