As the global market leader for braking systems, and as a leading supplier of other safety-critical and mission-critical system solutions for the rail ecosystem as a whole, we work to the highest standards of safety, efficiency and innovation. Our technologies and solutions power tomorrow’s mobility – from high-speed trains to sophisticated rail infrastructure.
With more than 120 years of experience, a global presence, and a consistent focus on quality, we develop connected, sustainable systems that help our customers operate their fleets more safely, efficiently, and environmentally friendly. Whether it’s brakes, doors, sanitary, or coupling systems, power & grid solutions, embedded electronics, infrastructure technologies (control, command, and signaling), or digital solutions, we are shaping the future of rail transportation with integrated systems expertise, engineering excellence, and a passion for progress.
We aim to generate added value for our customers while making an effective, positive contribution to society and the environment – every single day.
20 +
years of experience
~ 40
locations worldwide
10,000 +
employees worldwide
Our Product Systems
- Braking Systems
- Entrance Systems
- Climate Control Systems / HVAC
- Power Electrics
- Digital Solutions
- Sanitary Systems
- Coupling Systems
- Wiper-/ Wash Systems
- Platform Screen Doors
- Signaling Systems
- Test Systems
Braking Systems
Entrance Systems
Climate Control Systems / HVAC
Power Electrics
Digital Solutions
Sanitary Systems
Coupling Systems
Wiper-/ Wash Systems
Platform Screen Doors
Signaling Systems
Test Systems
Our systems expertise is building tomorrow’s mobility
Systems expertise from a single source
We supply fully integrated, end-to-end solutions designed to enable top performance in all types of rail vehicles and across the rail infrastructure as a whole.
Sustainable mobility
Our sustainable, highly innovative multi-system solutions enable reliable, safe, clean, comfortable and efficient rail transit and transportation.
Digital connectivity
Smart technologies, digital solutions and intelligent services such as remote diagnostics, predictive maintenance and smart networking solutions deliver genuine added value for our customers and their passengers.
Innovation leadership
As a founding member of the EU innovation program Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking, we work closely with our partners to develop game-changing technologies that are digitizing Europe’s rail ecosystem and will, in the long term, shift transportation from road to rail. Projects include the digital freight train (DFT) and automated train operation (ATO).
The Rail division has an especially important part to play in the context of sustainability, because railways, trams and metro systems are key drivers of progress toward climate-friendly mobility.
Dr. Nicolas Lange – Member of the Executive Board of Knorr-Bremse AG with global responsibility for the Rail Division
RailServices – “Whole life” solutions for optimizing availability
We bundle our aftermarket activities for rail customers under the RailServices umbrella, offering innovative “whole life” solutions that enhance the performance and availability of your fleet, your vehicles and your rail infrastructure technologies over their entire lifecycle. From maintenance, repairs and spare parts through to modernization and digital service strategies, we offer you tailormade manufacturer-independent, operator-independent solutions that maximize operational reliability, cost efficiency and safety. We work for vehicle operators and manufacturers around the world as their strategic service partner, with over 50 service centers and more than 2,000 locally based experts at their disposal.
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