GBR Anglia Trains Debut in a New National Identity
Four Alstom-built trains have introduced the new GBR Anglia identity in London, while the remaining Class 357 refurbishment programme will extend the branding across c2c’s fleet.
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GMG and Alstom Target Graphene for Rail HVAC Systems
GMG and Alstom have signed a global exclusive memorandum of understanding to test and develop graphene products for rail HVAC systems, with commercialisation dependent on successful technical work.
Romania’s CFR Signs 44 km Rail Upgrade with Alstom
Romania’s CFR has signed a contract with the Alstom-led TrackWorks consortium to modernise 44 km between Filiași and Igiroasa for faster passenger and freight operations.
Atlanta Plane Train Workers Ratify First Union Deal
Atlanta Plane Train workers have ratified their first union contract, securing an immediate 18% wage increase and new workplace protections under a five-year agreement covering 90 Alstom technicians.
São Paulo rail signalling contracts go to two giants
São Paulo rail signalling contracts awarded to Alstom and Siemens Mobility will automate a CPTM yard and equip the Line 4-Yellow extension with driverless control technology.
Mauá Norte Yard signalling contract awarded to Alstom
Alstom has secured the Mauá Norte Yard signalling contract to equip CPTM’s new six-track facility on São Paulo’s Line 10-Turquoise with integrated digital control systems.
Edmonton Valley Line Southeast LRT Operations Near 99%
Valley Line Southeast LRT operations averaged close to 99% as Alstom detailed the maintenance and service systems supporting Edmonton’s 13-kilometre route throughout its second full year.
Berlin Urbanliner Tram Begins Passenger Service on M4
The Berlin Urbanliner tram has entered passenger service on the M4, bringing 312-passenger capacity and new accessibility, safety and comfort features to the capital’s busiest tram route.
NextGen Acela Maintenance Capacity May Lag Fleet Rollout
NextGen Acela maintenance capacity may trail Amtrak’s fleet rollout, with Alstom’s Newark support facility scheduled to open in summer 2028 after all 28 trainsets are scheduled to enter service through 2027.
Australind train service returns on Perth–Bunbury route
Australind train service returns between Perth and Bunbury after Transwa received the first of four Alstom diesel multiple-units ordered for the 167 km route in Western Australia.
Eurostar 55C train upgrade targets hotter summers
Eurostar 55C train upgrade plans are aimed at ensuring key onboard systems on the operator’s future fleet of 50 double-decker trains can work in extreme heat.
Sweden night train maintenance contract covers SJ fleet
Alstom has secured a Sweden night train maintenance contract with SJ, covering services between Stockholm and upper northern Sweden after a procurement by the Swedish Transport Administration.
