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Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Alstom wins $682m contract for 35 electric trains in Bulgaria
Alstom has secured a contract from Bulgaria's Ministry of Transport and Communications to supply 35 electric Coradia Stream interregional trains, along with a 15-year maintenance agreement. The BULEMU consortium, which includes Alstom and local firm RVP Invest, will provide maintenance services for the trains. The total contract value is €720m ($817.9m), with Alstom's share amounting to €600m ($681.6m). The maintenance programme will cover preventive maintenance, scheduled repairs, overhauls, and emergency repairs over the 15-year period. The Coradia Stream trains are tailored for the European market and feature the ERTMS Level 2 traffic control system. The EMUs are designed for passenger and intercity services, with expected journey times of four to five hours. The trains will reach a maximum speed of 160km/h and will consist of six cars, accommodating more than 320 passengers. Each middle car will have two entry doors, while the end cars will have one door on each side. The passenger information system will include audio and visual displays, and each car will feature large luggage racks and designated areas for bicycles and strollers. Additional features of the Coradia Stream trains include a low-floor design for accessibility, a digital passenger counting system, charging sockets for electronic devices, and four modern controlled emission toilets, one of which is designed for passengers with reduced mobility. The final design and finishes will be customised to meet the requirements of the Contracting Authority during the design phase. Alstom Europe president Gian Luca Erbacci said: 'The new electric interregional Coradia Stream trains for Bulgaria will contribute to more modern and sustainable transportation in the country, in line with our ambition to lead the way towards greener and smarter mobility worldwide.' The Coradia Stream series also offers emission-free options, including battery and hydrogen-powered traction for non-electrified routes. Countries such as Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Spain have already integrated these trains into their services. In Bulgaria, Alstom is also engaged in providing maintenance services for the national passenger rail operator BDZ and is involved in railway infrastructure modernisation projects, with one already completed and in the warranty phase. Recently, Alstom won a contract exceeding €60m ($66.5m) from S-Bahn Hamburg to upgrade the technology of 82 BR 490 S-Bahn trains, preparing the fleet for digital rail operations in Hamburg. "Alstom wins $682m contract for 35 electric trains in Bulgaria" was originally created and published by Railway Technology, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ALSTOM S.A: Alstom to supply 35 electric Coradia Stream interregional trains and associated maintenance in Bulgaria for €600 million.
First passenger trains to be provided by Alstom in Bulgaria and the first new electric interregional trains in the country in the last 20 years The value of the Coradia Stream interregional trains to be manufactured by Alstom is €452 million The contract also includes 15 years of maintenance services, valued at €268 million, for which Alstom will partner locally with RVP Invest25 April 2025 – Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, leads the BULEMU consortium that has signed a contract with the Ministry of Transport and Communications of Bulgaria, for the delivery of 35 electric Coradia Stream interregional trains including 15 years of maintenance. The total value of the contract amounts to €720 million, of which Alstom's share is €600 million. The BULEMU consortium is formed by Alstom and the local company RVP Invest, which will provide the maintenance facility. The 35 inter-regional EMUs trains will be the first provided by Alstom for passenger operation in Bulgaria and the first electric interregional trains purchased in the country in the last 20 years. The EMUs will be used to service passenger with journey times of up to 4-5 hours. 'The new electric interregional Coradia Stream trains for Bulgaria will contribute to more modern and sustainable transportation in the country – in line with our ambition to lead the way towards greener and smarter mobility worldwide. I am delighted that our Coradia interregional trains, appreciated in so many European countries, will run in Bulgaria as well. This contract completes the portfolio of Alstom solutions in this country, from signalling and infrastructure projects to passenger trains and maintenance capabilities,' said Gian Luca Erbacci, President of Alstom Europe. 'These trains will enable the implementation of the state policy in the field of passenger rail transport, which aims to attract more passengers through a more regular service with an increased quality and comfort of service as well as reduced emissions,' said Grozdan Karadjov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Communications in Bulgaria. Developed specifically for the European market, Coradia Stream interregional trains are equipped with the ERTMS Level 21 traffic control system and comply with both European standards (EN) as well as Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSIs), being capable of operating under all the main European power supply systems. The maximum speed of the trains will be 160 km/h. Each train will have six cars, a total capacity of over 320 seats and 100% low floor, ensuring easy access for all passengers. There will be two entry doors on each side of the middle cars and one door on each side of the end cars. The passenger information system will include both audio and dynamic visual displays. Each car in the train will be equipped with large luggage racks. These Coradia Stream interregional trains will also be equipped with a digital passenger counting system with high-precision sensors, as well as sockets for charging of electronic devices. Each train will have four modern controlled emission toilets, evenly distributed along the entire length of the train, with one designed for people with reduced mobility. There will be designated spaces for bicycles and strollers. The final configuration, colours and finishes will be fully customised according to the requirements of the Contracting Authority during the design stage. The train is part of Alstom's Coradia range of regional trains, which have demonstrated efficient and reliable performance in operation throughout Europe for over thirty years. To date, Alstom has sold over 4,000 Coradia regional trains worldwide. Several European countries, including Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Spain, already benefit from their performance and comfort. In total, over 700 Coradia Stream regional trains have already been ordered in Italy, the Netherland, Denmark and Romania. Those in Italy have been in service since mid-2019, proving the reliability of this product. In Romania, Coradia Stream started passenger service in November 2024. Coradia Stream also offers emission-free solutions, such as battery and hydrogen powered traction, for non-electrified lines. Together with RVP Invest, Alstom will ensure the trains for Bulgaria operate safely and reliably through comprehensive maintenance services. The maintenance programme includes preventive maintenance activities, scheduled repairs and overhauls, as well as emergency repairs over a period of 15 years. Alstom's FlexCare portfolio of solutions takes rail assets to the next level with tailored and flexible services for every stage of their lifecycle. From train operations and maintenance to parts supply, overhauls, and modernisation, Alstom supports asset owners in achieving the highest fleet performance. In Bulgaria, Alstom is providing maintenance services to the fleet of the national passenger rail operator BDZ, as well as railway infrastructure modernisation in several ongoing projects, of which one is already completed and in warranty phase. ALSTOM™, Coradia™, Coradia Stream™ and FlexCare™ are protected trademarks of the Alstom Group. About Alstom Alstom commits to contribute to a low carbon future by developing and promoting innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that people enjoy riding. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 64 countries and a talent base of over 84,700 people from 184 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most. Listed in France, Alstom generated revenues of €17.6 billion for the fiscal year ending on 31 March 2024. For more information, please visit Contacts Press:HQCoralie COLLET - Tel.: +33 (0) 7 63 63 09 Anna ZAŁUSKA (CEE) – Tel.: + COJANU (Romania, Greece, Western Balkans) - Tel.: +40 728 Investor RelationsMartin VAUJOUR – Tel.: +33 (0) 6 88 40 17 MATURELL ANDINO – Tel.: +33 (0) 6 71 37 47 56 1 European Rail Traffic Management System is one of the largest adoptions of digital technology in rail, aiming at replacing the different national train control and command systems in Europe. With ETCS Level 2, data is transmitted by radio to the train using GSM-R Attachment 20250425_PR-Alstom to provide 35 inter-regional EMUs in Bulgaria_EN FinalSign in to access your portfolio
The Independent
30-01-2025
- Business
- The Independent
UK's largest gathering of historic railway vehicles planned
The UK's largest gathering of historic railway vehicles will take place in the summer to mark the 200th anniversary of the world's first passenger train service. Train manufacturer Alstom announced its factory in Derby will open to the public for the first time in more than half a century to host the Greatest Gathering event between August 1 and 3. More than 50 rolling stock exhibits from the past, present and future of the railways will be on display, featuring a combination of those powered by steam, diesel and electricity. The historic locomotives include: – LNER Class A4 Sir Nigel Gresley, built in 1937. – Southern Railway Merchant Navy Class British India Line, built in 1945. – Class 37 Cassiopeia, built in 1963. Up to 30,000 people are expected to attend the three-day event, which will form part of the wider Railway 200 festivities. The industry is embarking on a year-long celebration named Railway 200 to mark the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in north-east England on September 27 1825, which is credited as being the birth of the modern railway. This event is about bringing people together to reflect on what we've achieved collectively and to inspire the next generation to push the boundaries of what's possible in sustainable transport Gian Luca Erbacci, Alstom Alstom's Europe region president Gian Luca Erbacci said: 'The Greatest Gathering, presented by Alstom for Railway 200, is a unique opportunity to celebrate not only the incredible progress of the past two centuries but also the bright future of rail. 'This event is about bringing people together to reflect on what we've achieved collectively and to inspire the next generation to push the boundaries of what's possible in sustainable transport.' Tickets go on sale from 9am on Friday at with all profits split between five charities. Meanwhile, operator Avanti West Coast announced it will make another attempt at the fastest train journey between London and Glasgow. The record of three hours, 52 minutes and 40 seconds was set by a British Rail prototype Advanced Passenger Train in December 1984, which was allowed to travel in excess of today's mainline speed limit of 125mph. A first attempt by Avanti West Coast to break the record in June 2021 failed by 21 seconds. The operator will make another bid in the spring, with a Pendolino train renumbered 390200 for Railway 200.
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UK's largest gathering of historic railway vehicles planned
The UK's largest gathering of historic railway vehicles will take place in the summer to mark the 200th anniversary of the world's first passenger train service. Train manufacturer Alstom announced its factory in Derby will open to the public for the first time in more than half a century to host the Greatest Gathering event between August 1 and 3. More than 50 rolling stock exhibits from the past, present and future of the railways will be on display, featuring a combination of those powered by steam, diesel and electricity. The historic locomotives include: – LNER Class A4 Sir Nigel Gresley, built in 1937. – Southern Railway Merchant Navy Class British India Line, built in 1945. – Class 37 Cassiopeia, built in 1963. Up to 30,000 people are expected to attend the three-day event, which will form part of the wider Railway 200 festivities. The industry is embarking on a year-long celebration named Railway 200 to mark the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in north-east England on September 27 1825, which is credited as being the birth of the modern railway. Alstom's Europe region president Gian Luca Erbacci said: 'The Greatest Gathering, presented by Alstom for Railway 200, is a unique opportunity to celebrate not only the incredible progress of the past two centuries but also the bright future of rail. 'This event is about bringing people together to reflect on what we've achieved collectively and to inspire the next generation to push the boundaries of what's possible in sustainable transport.' Tickets go on sale from 9am on Friday at with all profits split between five charities. Meanwhile, operator Avanti West Coast announced it will make another attempt at the fastest train journey between London and Glasgow. The record of three hours, 52 minutes and 40 seconds was set by a British Rail prototype Advanced Passenger Train in December 1984, which was allowed to travel in excess of today's mainline speed limit of 125mph. A first attempt by Avanti West Coast to break the record in June 2021 failed by 21 seconds. The operator will make another bid in the spring, with a Pendolino train renumbered 390200 for Railway 200.
