PKP Cargo invests in engineers

PKP Cargo is investing PLN 21 million in engineer training. The company has hired 250 new employees since the beginning of the year. PKP Cargo CEO, Adam Purwin explained that “many of our engineers are nearing retirement age and training institutions are not providing the qualified staff that we need. We have taken steps to provide a qualified staff for expected expansion of our services in Poland and abroad.” Of the new employees, 150 have no prior experience in rail transport. This group will undergo training in engine operation. The entire training program lasts almost two years. PKP Cargo entered the WSE last year and is the leader in freight transport in Poland, with 49 percent of the share by volume. It is the second largest freight transporter in Europe. It possesses its own rolling stock repair facilities and freight terminal infrastructure.