Czech Republic’s capital, Prague, is moving forward with a significant upgrade for its tram fleet. Polish company Enik has secured a €16.2 million framework agreement to supply air-conditioning units for up to 123 Škoda 15T ForCity trams operated in the city. This marks one of Enik’s largest export orders, spanning a period of six years.

The trams in question were delivered to Prague in two batches, between 2010 and 2019. While the second batch of 125 trams came equipped with air-conditioning, the first batch of 125 did not. Retrofitting these trams has been a topic of discussion for many years, with a pilot scheme modifying two trams in 2012 and 2019.

In October 2025, the operator DPP initiated a tender for the supply of air-conditioning units for the remaining 123 vehicles, which drew interest from three bidders. Enik emerged as the successful bidder, a company based in Łódź, known for supplying traction systems, static converters, and charging infrastructure for public transport vehicles. Since 2016, Enik has developed a range of tram air-conditioning systems that have been installed in cities like Kraków, Łódź, Wrocław, and Gdańsk.

Enik is developing air-conditioning units specifically for Prague’s Škoda 15T fleet, designated as iGlacio 17AC/6AC. These units will provide 17 kW of cooling capacity and 6 kW of heating capacity in winter, with each tram receiving three such units.

The installation process will be a collaborative effort between Enik and the city transport operator MPK Łódź, which will offer workshop facilities and specialist personnel. In a bi-weekly schedule, one tram will be shipped from Prague to Łódź, with another being returned to service.

Dariusz Domański, Head of the Technical Department at MPK Łódź, commented on the project on July 10: ‘This project for our counterparts at Prague’s public transport operator allows us to apply our extensive expertise in tram maintenance and modernisation.’ He further noted the distinctive sandwich roof structure of the Škoda 15T, stating that the project will enable the full use of MPK Łódź’s engineering team’s specialist knowledge and experience.

According to railwaygazette.com, this project signifies a major step forward in enhancing the comfort of public transport in Prague, benefiting both the city’s residents and visitors alike.