Škoda Transportation a.s., headquartered in Plzeň, Czech Republic, is a leading manufacturer of public transportation vehicles with a history dating back to the 19th century. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including trams, electric buses, metro trains, trolleybuses, and propulsion and control systems, tailored to meet the specific needs of urban transit systems. Škoda Transportation is renowned for its innovation, sustainability, and passenger comfort, contributing to the development of modern, efficient, and eco-friendly public transportation solutions. With a strong presence across Europe and expanding into international markets, Škoda Transportation continues to be a key player in shaping the future of urban mobility.
Škoda Group will showcase its award-winning tram, innovative "Sleep in Motion" project, and advanced digital innovation at InnoTrans 2024 in Berlin from September 24-27.
The Škoda Group's Automatic Train Operation (ATO) system can save up to 15% in energy, optimize costs, and improve service quality by ensuring better adherence to timetables.
The first Czech single-deck electric unit RegioPanter, equipped with traction batteries, was presented at the Rail Business Days trade fair, attended by Minister Martin Kupka, Czech Railways, Moravian-Silesian Region, and Škoda Group.
Strengthening its position on foreign markets and expanding its presence outside Europe - this is one of the goals of the Škoda Group's business strategy.
This is the first-ever delivery for Škoda to Australia. Between next year and November 2028, 400 traction motors for 100 trams will be delivered to Melbourne.
Even after 140 years of existence, electric trams are still very popular all over the world and demand for them is increasing due to the trend towards green technologies.
On Friday 28 October, Škoda Group festively opened the office of its new subsidiary in Florence, Italy. With this move, the largest Czech manufacturer of vehicles for public transport strengthens its position on the international market.
Not only students at the University of Brno will be able to enjoy a ride in the new Škoda ForCity Smart 45T tram from mid-December onwards, which was produced for the new tram line leading to the university campus by Škoda Group, a Czech manufacturer of vehicles for public transport.