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Faiveley Transport

ApplicationGennevilliers, FranceFounded 1919· One of 462 Application companies tracked by AMPulse

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