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45 turnout transport wagons in operation: voestalpine Railway Systems sets standards in Europe with efficient turnout logistics

2026-02-27 | 

With a steadily growing fleet of currently 45 turnout transport wagons, voestalpine Railway Systems operates the largest turnout transport fleet in Europe — making it the leading provider of logistics services for completely pre-assembled turnout systems.

The combination of global turnout construction expertise, decades of know-how, and integrated logistics results in high-performance solutions along the entire value chain — from development and manufacturing to transport, installation, service, and recycling. voestalpine Railway Systems thus forms the basis for comprehensive system solutions for railway operators worldwide.

From turnout manufacturing to full-service provider

voestalpine Railway Systems is in expert in the manufacture of turnouts, components, insulated joints, and track superstructure products. In recent years, this expertise has been expanded to include specific activities in the service sector. These include turnout logistics services, turnout and maintenance services, technical services, and contributions to the circular economy in the form of refurbishment of old turnouts and targeted re-use.

Europe's largest turnout transport fleet

voestalpine Railway Systems offers fully pre-assembled turnouts in various geometries. Special sloping wagons ensure that turnout components are delivered safely, efficiently, and just-in-time to the construction site. For customers, this means:

  • Shorter track closure times.
  • Less disruption to operations.
  • Higher quality.
  • Cost advantages, especially when using integrated insulated joints and taking back old turnouts.

Your advantages at a glance

Pre-assembly at the factory, the integration of safety-related components, and precise logistics significantly reduce the amount of work required on the track. This increases the installation quality, extends the service life of the turnout systems, and reduces life cycle costs in the long term. At the same time, valuable route windows are spared.