With the establishment of a state-of-the-art battery system production facility in Luhe-Wildenau (Bavaria), Siemens Mobility is sending a strong signal for sustainable rail transport. The new energy storage solutions feature the Battery Management System (BMS) developed by Stercom — designed to meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and durability.
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Our Role in the Project
The BMS developed by Stercom provides central monitoring and control of the traction batteries in Siemens’ trains. It continuously measures voltages, currents, and temperatures at the cell level, ensuring precise diagnostics of the battery’s condition.
The new generation of Stercom’s BMS platform meets the complex functional safety requirements for rail applications. In close cooperation with Siemens Mobility, the system is being specifically adapted to the unique conditions and standards of the railway sector.
Thanks to its wide range of interfaces, the Stercom BMS can be seamlessly integrated into both existing and modern communication architectures within the railway industry — offering a future-proof solution for the safe and efficient operation of battery-electric rail vehicles.
Project Significance
With an investment volume of around 35 million euros, a production area of 20,000 square meters, and over 200 planned jobs, Siemens Mobility is building one of Europe’s most advanced production sites for battery systems in Bavaria. Series production is scheduled to start in 2027.
This marks a major step forward for rail transport: battery systems with integrated BMS enable reliable, emission-free operation of regional trains and locomotives even on non-electrified routes. For Stercom, participation in this project confirms that our technology meets the highest demands of large-scale, safety-critical applications — contributing significantly to the transition toward sustainable mobility.
Outlook
The new production site in Bavaria will serve as a reference point for cutting-edge battery systems in rail transport. Stercom is proud to contribute its BMS technology to this initiative and to work alongside Siemens in shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
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