For Rolls-Royce business unit Power Systems, this project does not only showcase the important role its technologies and know-how can play in slowing down climate change, but is also an example of the success of its PS 2030 corporate strategy, under which Power Systems is currently transforming from a manufacturer of engines to a provider of integrated and sustainable solutions: When Irish Rail was looking for a more efficient drive solution on the basis of existing hardware, Rolls-Royce was able to find the best concept, using state-of-the-art simulation equipment and a hardware-in-the-loop test stand. Those allowed to precisely predict the function and effect of the rebuild with new EcoWorld mechanical transmissions from ZF which replaced the existing hydraulic transmissions and are now proving their mettle in the field.
Rolls-Royce and Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail are also cooperating on the introduction of hybrid technology onto the rails in Ireland. The even more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient mtu Hybrid PowerPack is also equipped with the state-of-the-art EcoWorld transmissions.
