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Alstom secures EUR 140m deal at Atlanta airport

Alstom stays on ATL Plane Train under new extension

The Alstom ATL APM contract extension covers Alstom’s operation and maintenance work at ATL. It applies to the Innovia automated people mover at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). The five-year agreement was announced on 8 Apr 2026.

Santo Domingo Metro Line 2C gets first Metropolis trains

Alstom delivers first Line 2C trains to Santo Domingo Metro

Santo Domingo Metro Metropolis trains have begun arriving for the Line 2 extension. Alstom has delivered the first two of eight new three-car units. The project is being carried out by the Office for Transport Reorganization (OPRET).

Belgrade Metro Line 1 gets €915 million Alstom contract

Belgrade Metro Line 1 moves ahead under Alstom deal

Belgrade Metro Line 1 is the subject of a €915 million turnkey contract. On 27 March 2026, Alstom secured that contract. Also, it covers Serbia’s first fully automated metro system. In its first phase, the project will connect Makiško Polje and Karaburma. The project is intended to relieve surface congestion. It is also intended to unlock Belgrade’s potential as a leading European capital city.

Amtrak arbitration requirement returns to Congress

Amtrak NextGen Acela puts Alstom on Fast Company list

On 24 March 2026, Fast Company’s 2026 World’s Most Innovative Companies list included Alstom. Amtrak NextGen Acela helped drive that result. The recognition centers on Alstom’s role in producing the new trains. In addition, it reflects the project’s nationwide impact. It also reflects the country’s ability to build and deliver modern high-speed trains. Those trains connect communities and support economic growth.

Alstom workplace inclusion UK earns Stonewall Trailblazer status

Alstom workplace inclusion UK recognised by Stonewall

Alstom workplace inclusion UK came into focus on 26 March 2026. The company said Stonewall had accredited it as a Trailblazing Employer. That recognition came under the charity’s Proud Employers Accreditation scheme. Also, that is the highest level in the scheme.

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Alstom NextGen Acela earns Fast Company innovation nod

Alstom NextGen Acela helped place the rail manufacturer on Fast Company’s 2026 transportation companies list. Also, the Fast Company ranking covered the world’s most innovative transportation companies for 2026. The transportation category had 15 entries. Alstom ranked fourth. It was the only rail-related firm on the list.

Alstom Skyway APM replacement: 16 vehicles for IAH

Alstom Skyway APM replacement set for Houston IAH

A contract covers Alstom Skyway APM replacement at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport. According to Airport Industry News, the contract covers replacement of the current Skyway APM. Also, it is valued at about 380 million EUR (437 million USD). In addition, it includes 15 years of operations and maintenance services.

Łódź high-speed tunnel signalling contract for Alstom

Łódź high-speed tunnel signalling awarded to Alstom

Łódź high-speed tunnel signalling will be delivered by Alstom under a contract from Porr. Porr was selected to build the tunnel. The work covers the installation of railway traffic control systems for the long-distance tunnel, according to Alstom.

Alstom contract extension renewed by Metrolinx

GO Transit and UPX stay under Alstom contract extension

Alstom contract extension with Metrolinx will keep operations and maintenance services in place for two of its divisions under a renewed agreement announced on 20 March 2026, as Alstom stated. The contract is valued at about 800 million euros[1] ($1.3 billion CAD). It will remain in force through 2031.