Alstom entered into a 10-year €42.1m maintenance deal for the Delhi Metro, which includes secure train running, depot maintenance and signalling support and underlines the long-term partnership of the company in India’s thriving urban transportation business.

Alstom signs €42.1m Delhi Metro maintenance deal
Alstom awarded €42.1m 10-year maintenance contract by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). Credit: Alstom

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Alstom strengthens presence in India’s metro network

The DMRC deal covers overall maintenance of the depot plant and machinery along with the metro trains manufactured by Bombardier at the Badli Depot. In addition to this, Alstom will also take care of the depot and train housekeeping.

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In the interim period, the company shall also retain onboard signalling equipment for 103 trains operating along Lines 1 and 2. The range of this work comprises technical assistance, provision of spares, and diagnostic enhancements like data logger cards for high-end failure identification.

Alstom focuses on reliability and sustainability

With this agreement, Alstom will perform planned and corrective maintenance for high fleet reliability. Therefore, the OEM-backed predictive analytics and services will minimize downtime and enhance asset lifecycle in a way that passengers in the Delhi Metro experience long-term operating advantages.

The company highlighted how its worldwide experience—through more than 250 sites and 35,500 vehicles in maintenance—will support DMRC’s vision for safe and sustainable transportation. In addition, this deal highlights India’s broader “Make in India” initiative for urban transit modernization.

Delhi Metro: the Urban Mobility Backbone

DMRC-run Delhi Metro is the nation’s largest rapid transit network spanning a network of over 390 kilometers in the National Capital Region. It accommodates millions of daily commuters by reducing congestion and offering eco-friendly transportation.

The network operates a mix of elevated, underground, and at-grade lines utilizing the latest technologies for the benefit of passengers. The Delhi Metro is therefore a benchmark for good urban transportation in South Asia.

Source: www.alstom.com

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Alstom’s maintenance contract for the Delhi Metro comprises what?

The 10-year €42.1m deal comprises train maintenance, depot systems, housekeeping service and signalling support for 103 trains operating along Lines 1 and 2 of the Delhi Metro.

How will this contract benefit Delhi Metro passengers?

It will make the operations more reliable, safer, and less subject to disruptions. In addition, the predictive maintenance will make trains more durable and more comfortable for the daily commuters.

Why is Alstom important to India’s upgrade of urban transportation?

Alstom is leading the way by providing world-leading maintenance and environment-friendly solutions and supporting India’s long-term vision of high-tech, efficient, and environment-friendly metro networks for the country’s major cities.

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