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Company profile	Knorr-Bremse is a global technology company for rail and commercial vehicle systems, founded in 1905 and organized around two core divisions: Commercial Vehicle Systems and Rail Vehicle Systems. For this trade mission, the relevant focus is Rail Vehicle Systems, Rail Signaling Systems and the company’s ability to support passenger rail, freight rail, infrastructure-adjacent systems, modernization, aftermarket services, and lifecycle support.
Products & Services	Knorr-Bremse is a global technology partner and multi-system supplier for the rail industry, supporting both new-build rolling stock and long-term lifecycle requirements. Its portfolio includes complete braking systems, air supply and brake control equipment, brake calipers, discs, pads, wheel slide protection, sanding systems, and testing solutions. The company also provides advanced coupling systems for passenger and freight applications, as well as passenger onboard technologies including door systems, HVAC and climate control, sanitary systems, electrical equipment, TCMS, computing, communications, and electronics. For freight rail, Knorr-Bremse offers brake control systems, bogie equipment, locomotive components, fabrication, service, and wayside solutions. Through its RailServices business, the company delivers spare parts, overhaul programs, engineering support, condition-based maintenance, and modernization of brakes, HVAC, doors, and electronic systems.
References and export activities	Knorr-Bremse combines a global rail footprint with strong manufacturing and service capabilities across the Americas. As a leading multi-system rail supplier, the company provides braking systems, doors, climate control, power electrics, digital solutions, coupling systems, signaling, and other rail technologies through more than 100 sites worldwide and approximately 80 manufacturing locations.
Target group	Government transportation agencies Rail operators and asset owners OEMs, integrators and EPCs Consultants and multilateral-funded advisors Diplomatic and economic development groups Local service and industrial partners
Competitive advantages	Proven expertise in safety-critical rail systems, supported by a broad portfolio of products and services. Its lifecycle capabilities reduce operational risk through modernization, maintenance, and technical support. A global manufacturing network, combined with local resources provides regional support localization expertise, and experience across rail applications.
Ideal Business Partners	Rolling stock OEMs / integrators Rail operators / concessionaires EPCs / infrastructure contractors Local service companies Consulting / engineering firms Institutional / trade organizations Financial Institutions