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Alstom has secured £1 billion in contracts to supply and maintain 29 battery-electric trains for TransPennine Express, with £800 million for the trains and £200 million for maintenance. The trains, to be built in Derby, will support over 350 jobs and 5,500 roles in the UK supply chain, with delivery starting in 2032. The project aims to enhance rail travel in northern England and support economic growth.

Alstom secured 1.2B euro contracts with TransPennine Express for 29 battery-electric trains and maintenance, to be delivered from 2032. Stadler won an order from FS Logistix for eight EUROLIGHT Dual locomotives for Italian rail operations.

Eurostar plans to introduce double-decker trains, named Eurostar Celestia, in 2025 with a €2bn deal with Alstom. The trains will feature two-storey bars, 20% more seats, and air conditioning for extreme heat. Eurostar aims to compete with new cross-Channel services, like Virgin Trains, after its 30-year monopoly.

Alstom and Metro de Santiago have started dynamic testing for the first driverless Metropolis AS-22-UTO train for Santiago’s Line 7 at Alstom’s Taubaté site in Brazil. The tests aim to ensure the train meets design and performance requirements before passenger service begins, improving mobility for 1.6 million people. Seven of the 37 ordered units are assembled, with the first undergoing dynamic tests. According to Alstom, this project advances sustainable public transport in Chile.

Alstom signed a 1.2 billion EUR contract with TransPennine Express for 29 battery-electric trains and maintenance. The fleet, funded by Rock Rail, will replace part of TPE's existing fleet from 2032, improving services and reducing emissions. The trains will offer faster journeys, modern amenities, and increased capacity. Alstom will create jobs and train apprentices through this project.

Alstom secured a £1bn contract to supply and maintain 29 battery-electric trains for TransPennine Express in northern England, according to Rail Business UK.

Alstom stock rose 2.2% after securing €1.2B contracts with TransPennine Express for battery-electric trains, trading at €15.84. The deal includes 29 trains and maintenance agreements, with deliveries starting in 2032. This follows recent underperformance and supports over 350 direct jobs. The company's stock is far below its 52-week high of €30.23.

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.