Alstom’s Qingdao Railway Equipment, a key joint venture in China, marked a significant milestone with the production of its one millionth damper. This achievement coincided with the 25th anniversary of the company’s establishment in Qingdao. The celebratory event saw the presence of influential leaders from the Qingdao High-tech Zone, Chinese partner CRRC Qingdao Sifang Rolling Stock Research Institute Co., Ltd., and Alstom China’s management team, who all took part in the unveiling ceremony to commemorate this remarkable achievement.
Ming Geng, Managing Director of Alstom China, stated, “This year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France. It’s also the 25th anniversary of the establishment of DISPEN. The successful production of the 1 millionth damper not only marks another significant step forward for DISPEN in the rail transit industry but also showcases Alstom’s long-standing commitment to China. I am proud to witness this milestone and would like to extend my sincere congratulations to the DISPEN team for their unwavering dedication in reaching this remarkable milestone. My heartfelt gratitude also goes to the governments at all levels in Qingdao and our Chinese partner, CRRC Qingdao Sifang Rolling Stock Research Institute Co., Ltd., for their strong support.”
From producing its first damper to reaching the milestone of one million units, DISPEN has experienced 25 years of innovation and growth. This remarkable journey reflects the dedication and ingenuity of the entire DISPEN team. The R&D department has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, overcoming challenges and optimizing products for enhanced performance. Meanwhile, the production team has worked diligently to improve efficiency, ensuring that production targets are met without compromising quality or quantity. DISPEN utilizes cutting-edge technology and processes to achieve superior stability and reliability, allowing its dampers to perform reliably in both the cold northern regions and the hot southern areas. These dampers provide unwavering support for continuous operation, enhancing the travel experience by ensuring smoother, more efficient, and comfortable journeys.
Alstom Qingdao Railway Equipment Co., Ltd. was established in 1999 as a joint venture between Alstom and CRRC Qingdao Sifang Rolling Stock Research Institute Co., Ltd. The company focuses on the production, maintenance, and servicing of dampers. With technology, equipment, and tooling sourced from Alstom’s Le Creusot facility in France, DISPEN dampers are assembled in the Qingdao factory and marketed under the Dispen
brand. The company offers two series of Dispen dampers, with over 100 different models, designed to be installed on bogies of various types of trains, including locomotives, high-speed trains, coaches, metro cars, regional trains, and tramway cars. DISPEN also has the capability to design and manufacture new models tailored to customer needs and provides comprehensive after-sales services and maintenance. The company provides an extensive selection of products designed specifically for urban rail transit systems.
Within China, DISPEN has provided dampers for five major product categories: high-speed trains, metros, locomotives, coaches, and suburban trains. The company has been involved in hundreds of projects and was designated by the Ministry of Railways as the approved damper supplier for all bided railway train cars.DISPEN’s dampers have been shipped to countries across the globe, including France, India, Australia, Chile, Singapore, Brazil, and South Africa, where they have been integral to a variety of railway projects..The milestone one-millionth damper will be included in an export shipment destined for Singapore.
Looking to the future, DISPEN remains committed to technological advancements, continued innovation, and the localization of production. The company is committed to advancing the global growth of the rail transit sector.
Alstom will further strengthen its presence in China, enhancing the industrial footprint of its joint ventures and collaborating with partners to deliver superior products and solutions for customers both domestically and internationally.
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