Tag Archives: Alstom

Knorr-Bremse Acquires Alstom’s North American Conventional Signalling Division in $690 Million Deal

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has sold its North American conventional signalling business to Knorr-Bremse AG for $690 million as part of a broader €2 billion financial restructuring plan. This sale is aimed at strengthening Alstom’s balance sheet and stabilizing its Investment … Read the full press release

Tristan le Masne Takes the Helm as Managing Director for Alstom Southern Africa

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has appointed Tristan le Masne as the new Managing Director for Southern Africa, succeeding Bernard Peille. Tristan, previously Vice President for Finance in Alstom’s AMECA region, will lead the company’s operations in South Africa, focusing on localization, … Read the full press release

Alstom Advances UK’s Digital Rail Future with Successful ETCS Testing on Major Commuter Train

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has successfully completed dynamic testing of the European Train Control System (ETCS) on a key UK commuter train, marking a significant step towards digitalizing the East Coast Main Line. The testing was conducted on the Great Northern … Read the full press release

Alstom to Revitalize CrossCountry’s Voyager Fleet with Comprehensive Refurbishment

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has announced a £60 million refurbishment project for CrossCountry’s Voyager fleet, which will involve a complete interior and exterior overhaul at the company’s Derby facility. The project, funded by Beacon Rail, will enhance passenger comfort and sustainability … Read the full press release

Alstom Strengthens Rail Capabilities in Africa, Middle East, and Central Asia with New Industrial Center in Türkiye

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has strengthened its rail capabilities in Türkiye by acquiring Duray Ulasim Sistemleri in Bursa and establishing an Advanced Industrial Center. The new facility, which employs over 200 people, will produce critical rail components and support Alstom’s global … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures Landmark €4 Billion Contract to Supply and Maintain 90 Adessia Stream Trains for S-Bahn Cologne Network

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has secured a €4 billion contract to supply and maintain 90 Adessia Stream trains for Germany’s S-Bahn Cologne network. This contract includes a 34-year maintenance agreement and is Alstom’s largest order in Germany. The innovative and accessible … Read the full press release

Alstom to Revolutionize Bengaluru Metro with Advanced CBTC Signalling System

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart mobility solutions, has secured a significant contract with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) for Phase 2 expansion. Valued at 96.2 million euros, the contract includes implementing a fully automated CBTC signalling system … Read the full press release

Alstom Revamps c2c’s Class 357 Fleet with £8.8 Million Refurbishment Contract

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has clinched an £8.8 million contract with c2c, a passenger operator, for the refurbishment of its Class 357 Electrostar fleet. The contract entails the repair and repaint of 74 four-car units, … Read the full press release

Josée Ouellet Named Grand Ambassador of Université de Sherbrooke by Alstom

(IN BRIEF) Josée Ouellet, Vice President of Services for Alstom in North America, has been appointed as the Grand Ambassador of Université de Sherbrooke in Quebec, Canada. This prestigious recognition from the university acknowledges Ouellet’s exceptional career achievements and contributions … Read the full press release

Alstom Wins 2024 Hydrogen Mobility Award at Canadian Hydrogen Convention

(IN BRIEF) Alstom was honored with the 2024 Hydrogen Mobility Award at the 2024 Canadian Hydrogen Convention Award gala for its groundbreaking achievement of commissioning the first hydrogen train in the Americas. The Coradia iLint, Alstom’s hydrogen-powered train, carried over … Read the full press release

Alstom’s Innovation Station in Stockholm Embarks on Groundbreaking Partnership with TiB

(IN BRIEF) Alstom’s Innovation Station in Stockholm has initiated a pioneering two-year collaboration with Tåg i Bergslagen (TiB), a train operator in Sweden’s Bergslagen area, focusing on advancing railway technology. This unique partnership aims to develop innovative solutions to enhance … Read the full press release

Alstom Expands Manufacturing for Renfe’s High-Capacity Commuter Trains

(IN BRIEF) Alstom’s industrial site in Catalonia welcomed Spanish Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Oscar Puente, and Renfe President, Raül Blanco, for a tour showcasing the innovative manufacturing process for the 201 new Coradia high-capacity commuter trains being produced … Read the full press release

Alstom’s C-Series Electric Train Marks a Historic Milestone in Western Australia’s Rail Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Alstom celebrates a significant milestone in Western Australia’s transportation sector with the delivery of the first Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) C-Series train into passenger service. This achievement follows the award of a substantial contract in 2019 for the … Read the full press release

Alstom Commences Production of 52 Modern Metropolis Trainsets for Delhi Metro Phase IV

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has initiated the production of 52 state-of-the-art Metropolis trainsets for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) Phase IV, following a €312 million contract awarded in 2022. These trains, comprising six cars each, will serve three different lines, … Read the full press release

Alstom Delivers First Indigenously Manufactured Metro Train for Meerut Metro Project

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has successfully delivered the first indigenously manufactured trainset for the Meerut Metro project, marking a significant milestone in India’s modernization of intra and intercity rail travel. The train, manufactured at Alstom’s … Read the full press release

Alstom Appoints Dalya Al Muthanna as CEO for Gulf Region, Focusing on Sustainable Mobility Growth

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has named Dalya Al Muthanna as the new Managing Director & CEO for the Gulf region, covering the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Dalya brings a wealth of experience, having served as President at … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures Major Contract to Implement NExTEO Signalling System in Paris

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has secured a significant contract valued at nearly 300 million euros to implement the NExTEO signalling system on the RER¹ B and RER D lines in the Île-de-France region. This contract … Read the full press release

Alstom Collaborates with Helwan University’s Faculty of Fine Arts to Envision Egypt’s Future Mobility Through Art

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions, is partnering with the Faculty of Fine Arts at Helwan University as part of its participation in the TransMEA Expo. This innovative collaboration merges artistry and public engagement to imagine … Read the full press release

Hydrogen Revolution: Saudi Arabia Debuts Alstom’s Eco-Friendly Passenger Train in Riyadh

(IN BRIEF) In a groundbreaking initiative, Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and global mobility leader Alstom are set to operate and demonstrate the world’s first passenger hydrogen-powered train, the Coradia iLint, in Riyadh during October. This pioneering event marks the introduction … Read the full press release

Alstom Delivers First Trainset Ahead of Schedule for Bhopal–Indore Metro Project, Strengthening India’s Sustainable Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has delivered the first trainset for the Bhopal–Indore metro project to Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MPMRCL) in record time, just fourteen and a half months after receiving the Notice To Proceed. The trainset will be … Read the full press release

Alstom Inaugurates Advanced Bogie Centre in Kazakhstan to Enhance Railway Vehicle Lifecycle Support

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has inaugurated its first bogie centre in Astana, Kazakhstan. The centre will produce and maintain bogies for various railway vehicles throughout their lifecycle. Alstom invested over €15 million in … Read the full press release

Alstom Unveils Breakthrough Battery-Powered Train for Green Mobility Revolution in Germany

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in sustainable mobility, has unveiled a new battery-powered train developed by the company in collaboration with the Central Saxony transport authority, Verkehrsverbund Mittelsachsen (VMS), in Chemnitz, Germany. This innovation represents a significant step towards … Read the full press release

Alstom and Schneider Electric Enter Solar Power Purchase Agreement to Drive Decarbonization Efforts

(IN BRIEF) Alstom and Schneider Electric have announced a significant Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) focused on solar development in Spain. The PPA involves a 160 GWh/year solar farm project, which will cover around 80% of Alstom’s electricity consumption in Europe. … Read the full press release

Alstom’s Economic Impact in UK and Ireland Exceeds £1 Billion, Spearheading Sustainable Rail Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, releases its 2023 Economic Impact Report, revealing its significant contribution to the UK and Ireland. With roots tracing back to the world’s first locomotive works in Newcastle, Alstom has … Read the full press release

Alstom Delivers First Art-Inspired Train for Mexico’s Tren Maya Project, Promoting Smart and Sustainable Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has delivered the first train of the Tren Maya project to the Federal Government and FONATUR. The train cars, known as Xiinbal, showcase Mexico’s art culture with vibrant colors … Read the full press release

Alstom to Perform Comprehensive Maintenance on Twindexx Coaches for Koleje Mazowieckie in Poland

(IN BRIEF) Global mobility leader Alstom has secured a contract with Koleje Mazowieckie, a regional rail operator in Poland, to perform P5 maintenance on 37 Twindexx double-deck coaches. The project, scheduled between 2023 and 2025, will adhere to the IRIS … Read the full press release

Alstom Appoints Laurent Bazin to Lead Electric Locomotives Assembly Plant in Kazakhstan

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has appointed Laurent Bazin as the General Director for EKZ (Electric Locomotives Assembly Plant) in Astana, Kazakhstan. With extensive experience in supply chain and procurement roles, Laurent has contributed significantly to Alstom over the years. In his … Read the full press release

Alstom Unveils First of 106 New Trainsets for Singapore’s MRT System Upgrade

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has unveiled the first of 106 new trainsets for Singapore’s MRT system upgrade. The trains, part of a major renewal program, will replace older trains that have been in service for nearly 30 years. Manufactured in China … Read the full press release

Alstom Secures €667 Million Contract to Deliver Customized Streetcars for SEPTA in Philadelphia

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a leading provider of sustainable mobility solutions, has secured a contract with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) to deliver 130 fully customized low-floor electric streetcars. The contract is valued at over €667 million ($718.2 million) and … Read the full press release

Alstom Wins Contract to Develop Innovative ERTMS System for Spanish Railways

(IN BRIEF) Railway infrastructure manager Adif has awarded Alstom a €13.7m contract to develop an innovative railway safety innovation project in Spain. Alstom will develop a new application of the European Traffic Management System (ERTMS) for low density lines, introducing … Read the full press release

Alstom liefert fortschrittliche Cybersicherheitsmaßnahmen für das Eisenbahnprojekt in Hongkong

(IN KÜRZE) Alstom hat einen Vertrag über die Lieferung des Signalsystems für das Lantau-Erweiterungsprojekt in Hongkong abgeschlossen, das die Airport Express Line, die Tung Chung Line und das Siu Ho Wan Depot umfasst. Alstoms Lösung für das Projekt umfasst die … Read the full press release

Alstom to deliver advanced rail cybersecurity measures for Hong Kong rail project

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has secured a contract to supply the signalling system for Hong Kong’s Lantau Extension project, which includes the Airport Express Line, the Tung Chung Line, and the Siu Ho Wan Depot. Alstom’s solution for the project includes … Read the full press release

Metro de Málaga inaugura una nueva ampliación de la red de Metro con la tecnología de señalización CBTC de Alstom

(NOTICIA EN BREVE) La red de Metro de Málaga se ha extendido hasta el centro de la ciudad, siendo Alstom el socio seleccionado para desarrollar la tecnología de señalización, que se integra en el nuevo tramo. Esta ampliación incluye dos … Read the full press release

Metro de Málaga Inaugurates New Extension of Metro Network with Alstom’s CBTC Signalling Technology

(IN BRIEF) The Malaga Metro network has extended to the city center, with Alstom being the selected partner to develop the signalling technology, which is integrated into the new section. This extension includes two new stations, 1.7 km of lines, … Read the full press release

Alstoms Kompetenzzentrum in Wien markiert die Produktion der 1000. modernen Straßenbahn

(IN KÜRZE) Alstom hat die Produktion seiner 1000. Straßenbahn in Wien gefeiert. Seit 1990 fertigt Alstom moderne Straßenbahnen für globale Kunden von Österreich bis Australien. Die 1000. Straßenbahn ist ein Flexity Vienna für die Wiener Linien und wird bald für … Read the full press release

Alstom’s competence center in Vienna marks production of 1000th modern tram

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has celebrated the production of its 1000th tram in Vienna. Since 1990, Alstom has manufactured modern trams for global customers from Austria to Australia. The 1000th tram is a Flexity Vienna for Wiener Linien and will soon … Read the full press release

Alstom und die Universität Krakau bündeln ihre Kräfte, um die Forschung und Ausbildung im Schienenverkehr voranzutreiben

(IN KÜRZE) Alstom ist eine strategische Partnerschaft mit der Krakauer Technischen Universität in Polen eingegangen, um die Zusammenarbeit bei der Durchführung von Forschungsarbeiten und der Beschäftigung von Hochschulabsolventen zu erleichtern sowie Erfolge im Zusammenhang mit der Entwicklung moderner Schienenverkehrsleitsysteme zu … Read the full press release

Alstom and Cracow University join forces to advance rail transport research and education

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has entered into a strategic partnership with the Cracow University of Technology in Poland to facilitate cooperation in conducting research work and employing graduates, as well as promoting achievements related to the development of modern rail traffic … Read the full press release

Alstom als bevorzugter Lieferant für ein integriertes Eisenbahnsystem in einem großen Infrastrukturprojekt auf den Philippinen ausgewählt

(IN KÜRZE) Alstom, ein führender Anbieter intelligenter und nachhaltiger Mobilitätslösungen, hat von der Mitsubishi Corporation den Auftrag erhalten, ein integriertes Eisenbahnsystem für die Erweiterung des North-South Commuter Railway-Projekts (NSCR) auf den Philippinen bereitzustellen. Alstom wird das Konsortium mit Colas Rail … Read the full press release

Alstom Selected as Preferred Supplier for Integrated Railway System in Philippines’ Major Infrastructure Project

(IN BRIEF) Alstom, a leading provider of smart and sustainable mobility solutions, has been awarded a contract by Mitsubishi Corporation to provide an integrated railway system for the North-South Commuter Railway project (NSCR) extension in the Philippines. Alstom will lead … Read the full press release