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Managing Director announced for Alstom UK and Ireland
From apprentice to MD: Alstom has announced Rob Whyte as Managing Director UK and Ireland. He was previously Managing Director in the Nordics.
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Alstom awarded contract to operate and maintain Metrolink’s regional rail system
Alstom has been awarded a five-year contract to operate, service and maintain Metrolink's regional passenger rail system in Southern California, with the potential for a three-year extension.
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Alstom and Saudi Railway Company forge SAR 300 million partnership to boost rail network
Alstom has partnered with Saudi Railway Company in an agreement to enhance the country's east-west rail corridor, supporting Vision 2030 through advanced technology and local expertise development.
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Metro Ligero Oeste partners with Alstom for overhaul of Madrid tram fleet
Alstom and Metro Ligero Oeste will begin an overhaul of key tram systems in January 2025, with work continuing through 2029 to enhance safety and service reliability for Madrid commuters.
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Railway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 set for November in Essen, Germany
RedCabin’s Railway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 will bring together key industry leaders in Essen, Germany, to discuss the future of train interiors, sustainability and passenger experience.
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InnoTrans 2024 hosts first international Railway Influencer Festival
The mobility industry celebrated a milestone at InnoTrans with its first-ever Railway Influencer Festival, bringing together global social media stars and industry leaders to network and recognise outstanding content.
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The Right Track Podcast Series, Episode 9 – AI-Driven ETCS Solutions
In September's episode of The Right Track, Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque spoke to Emmanuel Marquis, Executive Vice President of Aerospace, Defence and Rail at TRIGO Group, about the company's role in supporting rail operators with ETCS implementation, AI-driven maintenance strategies and sustainable innovations in the rail sector.
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Alstom announces €63 million investment to boost Italy’s rail infrastructure and sustainability
Alstom's €63 million investment plan for 2024-2026 aims to enhance Italy's rail infrastructure through sustainable innovations like hydrogen trains and expanded production capacities across multiple sites.
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RAILPOOL appoints Magnus Klaar as Regional Director for Scandinavia
Magnus Klaar has been appointed as RAILPOOL’s new Regional Director for Scandinavia, bringing over 25 years of railway industry experience to lead the company’s expansion in the region.
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Liebherr wins new HVAC maintenance contract for Toronto subway
As part of the new contract, Liebherr will maintain HVAC systems on Toronto Rocket subway trains, expanding its existing maintenance services for the Toronto Transit Commission.
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British Ambassador visits Cairo Monorail construction site
British Ambassador Gareth Bayley OBE toured the Cairo Monorail site, testing Alstom’s British-built trains and highlighting the strong UK-Egypt trade and sustainability partnership.
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Alstom unveils industry-leading maternity and adoption policy in the UK
Alstom has introduced a pioneering UK maternity and adoption policy offering full pay for up to 12 months, reinforcing its commitment to gender equality and supporting female retention in the workforce.
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Alstom sells North American conventional signalling business
Alstom has sold its North American conventional signalling business to Knorr-Bremse AG to strengthen its balance sheet while continuing to focus on advanced signalling technologies.
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Gothenburg welcomes first of 60 new M34 trams
Gothenburg has received the first of 60 new M34 trams, which, at 45m long, will nearly double passenger capacity and enhance the city’s public transportation system.
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InnoTrans 2024 to showcase global rail transport innovations in Berlin
InnoTrans 2024, running from 24 to 27 September in Berlin, highlights over 2,900 exhibitors from 59 countries, featuring more than 110 vehicles displayed on a dedicated rail track.