Alstom to Supply 96 New Trains for Paris Worth €1.7 Billion

Alstom received an order from SNCF to deliver 96 RER NG trains for the Paris region, with a total value of approximately €1.7 billion. The Île-de-France region will fully fund the purchase. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The order is an option under a 2017 framework agreement that allows for up to 255 X’Trapolis platform trains. So far, 166 trainsets have been ordered under this program.

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The RER NG series features partially double-deck trains designed for high-capacity passenger routes. These trains are built for operation on busy commuter corridors.

Alstom emphasized that the additional order strengthens its long-term cooperation and confirms strong demand for innovative mobility solutions. The company has committed to resolving earlier technical issues.

The first trainsets entered service in November 2023, but acceptance was temporarily paused in March due to operational problems that emerged during use.

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The new trains aim to enhance comfort and energy efficiency across the network. This investment supports emission reductions and boosts the appeal of public transport.

Alstom will continue upgrading the regional transport system, as demand for eco-friendly solutions keeps rising. Local authorities remain committed to modernizing the network.

These investments will increase line capacity and reduce pressure on existing infrastructure. This is especially vital for the millions of daily RER users.

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