The contract is for eight years with the option to IÉ to extend for a further two years
A Kildare-based company has been awarded a €140 million contract by Iarnród Éireann.
Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group, based in Kildare Town earned the contract following a competitive tender process that commenced in February 2025.
The contract is for eight years with the option to IÉ to extend for a further two years – is valued in excess of €140m.
The contract is for the operation and maintenance of the IÉ fleet of rail bound On Track Machines (OTMs) which are essential for the ongoing maintenance of the national rail network.
The fleet of 19 machines carry out a range of works including tamping, ballast cleaning and regulating.
Cathal Mangan, Chief Civil Engineer and Director Infrastructure Manager designate with IÉ welcomed the announcement today saying “we are delighted to continue our partnership with Rhomberg Sersa. Our teams work in close collaboration to ensure the national rail network is both safe and reliable for our customers. In collaboration with the team at Rhomberg Sersa we have been able to innovate our on-track maintenance operations reusing approximately 400,000 tonnes of ballast over the past 5 years and converting the on-track fleet to 100% HVO fuel, helping contribute to the decarbonization of our overall operations.”
“We are delighted that we have succeeded in this competitive tender and are set to continue our strong working relationship with the Irish Rail team,” said Billy Stamp, Managing Director – Ireland – with the Rhomberg Sersa Rail Group.
As the rail network is over a century old, ongoing maintenance is essential to ensure the safe and timely running of services.
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