Bonatrans North America Opens New Contact Office
20.11.2025
Bonatrans North America Opens New Contact Office to Strengthen Customer Relationships and Explore Local Manufacturing Opportunities
New York, Hornell – 19 November 2025 - Bonatrans North America, a newly established subsidiary of GHH-BONATRANS — the leading European manufacturer of railway wheelsets and components—today announced the opening of its contact office in Hornell, marking an important step in the company’s commitment to being closer to its North American customers and partners.
The new office will serve as a central point of contact for railway operators, rolling stock manufacturers, and maintenance providers throughout the US and Canada. By establishing a local presence, Bonatrans North America aims to enhance responsiveness, provide tailored technical support, and strengthen long-term relationships with customers across the continent.
“The opening of our North American contact office reflects our dedication to supporting customers where they operate,” said Jiri Kaleta, President and CEO, Bonatrans North America. “Proximity means better understanding of local needs, faster response times, and the ability to develop solutions that deliver real value to our partners.”
In addition to improving customer engagement, Bonatrans North America is actively assessing opportunities to localize part of its wheelset manufacturing. This strategic consideration aligns with the company’s commitment to supporting regional supply chains, reducing lead times, and contributing to sustainable industrial development in North America.
“We see significant potential in the North American rail market. Establishing a local footprint is a natural next step in our long-term vision to combine European expertise with local capabilities,” said Jakub Weimann, Member of the Board of Director and CEO of BONATRANS.
GHH-BONATRANS has over two centuries of experience in the design and production of wheelsets, wheels, axles, and related components. The Company serves customers in more than 80 countries across five continents and comprises of BONATRANS GROUP a.s., Gutehoffnungshütte Radsatz GmbH, Bonatrans North America, Inc. and Bonatrans Asia Limited.
Media Contact:
Marcel Ujfaluši, Head of Business Development and Marketing at GHH-BONATRANS
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