The Italian market for new DC-only locomotives is currently very dynamic. We are witnessing the third wave of new electrics being delivered, this time to open-access operators, lease companies, AND Mercitalia Rail, the incumbent operator in the country. This has not happened before. A good moment for us to shine a light on the current developments: The lease companies, their fleet, and their customers.
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