Alstom secures a CA$4.7 billion contract to build 313 Adessia commuter-rail cars for VIA Rail Canada, replacing its 77-year-old fleet

Alstom secures a £1bn order for 29 battery-electric trains from TransPennine Express, supporting 350 jobs at Alstom and 6,000 in the supply chain. The trains, to be built in Derby, will enter service in 2034, offering emission-free travel and improved passenger facilities. The order includes a £800m rolling stock contract and £200m maintenance contracts, with the UK government highlighting the economic benefits and job creation.

The UK Department for Transport announced a £1bn investment for 29 battery-electric trains, to be built by Alstom and operational by 2034. The trains will support 350+ jobs at Alstom and 6,000+ across the UK supply chain, aiming to boost capacity by 30% and reduce journey times. Alstom's Rob Whyte called it a 'landmark moment' for Britain's railway.

Canada's government plans to invest $6.6B in new rail cars and locomotives for Via Rail, with contracts awarded to Alstom and Stadler. The move aims to shift production to domestic plants but faces criticism due to Via's financial losses on non-core routes. Meanwhile, a proposed high-speed rail project, Alto, estimates $60B-$90B in costs but claims potential economic benefits and self-sustainability.

Alstom has signed a $4.7 billion agreement with VIA Rail Canada to supply 313 Adessia rail cars, valued at $4 billion, and provide 15-year technical support. The fleet will replace existing long-distance rail cars and serve eight routes across Canada, with design and manufacturing in Quebec and Ontario. The project is expected to support up to 670 direct jobs in Canada, according to Alstom.

Alstom secured a $4.7B Via Rail contract for its Thunder Bay plant, seen as a transformational opportunity for the city and its supply chain. Local leaders praised the investment, highlighting its economic impact and potential for future growth in manufacturing and mining sectors.

Alstom signed a C$4.7 billion deal with VIA Rail Canada to design, manufacture, and support 313 Adessia railway cars, including a 15-year technical support agreement. The trains will operate on eight major routes across Canada, connecting nearly 400 communities. Alstom is the sole manufacturer of passenger trains in Canada, employing around 5,200 workers. The project is expected to create jobs and strengthen the domestic rail manufacturing sector, according to the Canadian government.