Faiveley Transport
A leading supplier of railway equipment and systems, now part of Wabtec Corporation, operating an additive manufacturing center for rolling stock parts.
- CEO / Founder
- Stéphane Rambaud-Measson
- Team Size
- 5001-10000
- Stage
- Acquired
- Total Funding
- $1.8B
- Latest Round
- Acquired
- Key Investors
- Wabtec Corporation
Technology & Products
Key Products
Train control systems; Braking systems; Door systems; Additive manufacturing services for rolling stock parts
Technological Advantage
Leverages additive manufacturing to produce rolling stock components, reducing lead times and enabling on-demand spare parts production.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides innovative solutions for train control, braking, and door systems, focusing on safety, efficiency, and sustainability in rail transport.
How They Differentiate
As a subsidiary of Wabtec, Faiveley Transport combines extensive rail industry experience with advanced additive manufacturing capabilities.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Rail transit systems and rolling stock manufacturers
Industry Verticals
Railway; Aerospace/Defense
Competitors
Wabtec/Faiveley Competitors: Liebherr Group (railcar HVAC), Knorr-Bremse (train HVAC, braking systems), Nabtesco Corporation (platform screen doors), Voith GmbH (railway couplers). These are competitors in Faiveley's broader railway equipment markets, though not specifically in AM.
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Faiveley Transport has approximately 3,400 employees as of July 2026. Before acquisition, it had more than 5,700 employees in 24 countries and record sales of about $1.2 billion. Wabtec acquired Faiveley for $1.7 billion. Faiveley Transport India generated over ₹1,000 Cr revenue. The acquisition has made Wabtec a leader in pantographs, door mechanisms, and air conditioning.
Major Milestones
Acquired by Wabtec Corporation in 2016; Opened first 3D printing center in Europe at Saint-Pierre-de-Corps facility
Notable Customers
RATP Group