This extension will raise the quality of life of residents of neighboring sectors, as it will facilitate the flow of vehicles. Alstom has signed a new contract with Transport Reordering Office (OPRET) to manufacture, supply and put into service eight (8) new Metropolis family trains of three (3) cars each, to serve on Line 2C of the Santo Domingo Metro. The new contract, fully financed with a credit from the Central American Bank of Economic Integration (BCIE), marks a further milestone of Alstom’s presence in the Dominican Republic and its commitment to the development of mobility in the co ..read more

Sweco is contracted to design 19 new stations for the first tramway in Turku, Finland, as part of an alliance valued at around EUR 6 million. The new tramway will extend for approximately 12 kilometres with 19 stops from the harbour via the city centre to the Varissuo area. The tramway will increase the capacity of Turku’s public transport, accelerate the city’s growth and support the achievement of the city’s climate goals. “We are excited to be involved in designing the new tramway in Turku. This is a comprehensive urban development project that will impact the develop ..read more

The Ontario Line is a 15.6-kilometer metro line under construction in the heart of the city of Toronto, designed to make it faster and easier to travel within Toronto and beyond. TSO, a subsidiary of NGE Group and leader of catenary systems in France, has been awarded by Hitachi Rail, the design, supply and build of the Overhead Catenary System of the new Ontario Line subway. The works will be carried out by its Canadian subsidiary, TSO Can Inc., over a period of 8 years throughout the 15.6 km of the Ontario Line. The project's scope includes the design, supply, and construction a ..read more

The Parramatta Light Rail (PLR) project stands as one of Sydney's flagship mobility initiatives, addressing the escalating public transportation needs in the Greater Parramatta region. Covering a 12km expanse, this dual-track light rail system seamlessly connects Westmead with Carlingford through the Parramatta Central Business District (CBD) and extends to Camellia via a double-track tram. Despite challenges in integrating with the road network, especially on major arterial roads, the PLR project aims to reduce travel times and enhance daily commutes, benefiting thousands in and around Par ..read more

Caltrain, with its partners Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Balfour Beatty, has successfully energized and tested the full 51-mile Caltrain-owned corridor between San Francisco and San Jose. This milestone achievement in the Caltrain Electrification Project signifies major progress in expanding Caltrain’s ability to test electric trains at full speed along the corridor and prepare for electrified revenue service in September 2024. “The completion of the Overhead Catenary System allows us to test electric trains along our entire corridor,” said Caltrain Executive Director Mic ..read more

In Texas, they’re laying the tracks for a major change in passenger transportation. Texas, poised for a population surge, is facing a pivotal moment in deciding the future of its transit systems. The 2024 Texas Transit Association (TTA) Conference in San Antonio painted a picture of determination and advocacy, championed by voices like American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Chair Michelle Wong Krause. The TTA Conference had a record-breaking attendance of just over 1,000 over the six days of networking and learning. Wong Krause noted it be “an impressive, educational exp ..read more

Every year, the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Canada rewards the performances of companies and entrepreneurs that have distinguished themselves in France and Canada. Alstom is proud to have won the "Best French Success Story in Canada" award presented by Gowling WLG at the 2024 Recognition Award gala, held on April 4 in Montreal, organized by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Canada. This distinction rewards Alstom's exceptional performances and ongoing commitment to providing sustainable and smart mobility solutions in Canada. Out of a total of 70 a ..read more

Public transport is part of the backbone of travel in the UK, and the seamless and efficient passenger experience is tantamount to the sector’s success. Research from transportfocus has found that passengers’ priorities centre around the ‘reliability and punctuality’ of services, as well as ‘accurate and timely information’ on train arrival and departure times. Technology and data can help to provide this for passengers in a single app through Mobility as a Service (MaaS) and Operator Business Information Systems (OBIS). Monika Singh, Product Manager at Nomad Digital, an expert in passenger e ..read more

Transit Asset Management (TAM) America sat down for an exclusive interview with one of the dedicated leaders behind Icomera’s strides in wireless technology, Gabriel J. Lopez-Bernal, President of Icomera North America. As Shivani Saxena, Director of TAM America, interviewed Gabriel, she unraveled some of the complexities and critical concepts, including acquisition of rolling stock, operational longevity, procurement, technology life cycle, and partnerships. The acquisition of new rolling stock is often a celebrated event for transit agencies and operators. However, there appears to be a disp ..read more

The EMD will be tested to understand the potential impact and opportunity related to retrofitting a larger portion of the Company’s fleet. CN announced the purchase of its first hybrid diesel-battery electric mainline locomotive from Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, as part of its decarbonization plans. CN is collaborating on this initiative with the Province of British Columbia under the Clean BC Go Electric Commercial Vehicle Pilots Program. The plug-in hybrid mainline locomotive, a first of its kind in North America, will be evaluated on CN’s mainline in British Columbia, starting i ..read more