Alstom, headquartered in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France, is a global leader in rail transport and sustainable mobility solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and services a comprehensive range of rolling stock, including high-speed trains, metros, trams, and locomotives. Beyond rolling stock, Alstom provides signaling systems, turnkey solutions, and digital mobility services, enhancing the efficiency and safety of rail operations worldwide. With operations in over 60 countries and a workforce exceeding 80,000 employees, Alstom is committed to innovation and sustainability, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of transportation and promote green mobility. The company's portfolio includes renowned products like the Avelia high-speed trains and Citadis trams, which are integral to urban transit systems globally.
Alstom will maintain Santiago–Nos signaling systems until 2030, enhancing reliability, safety, and passenger experience while minimizing delays and disruptions.
$106,000 over three years goes towards supporting Railway Engineering specialization students and a student enrichment program, as well as establishing the Alstom Canada Women for STEM Scholarship Fund.
The $75M facility will reshore stainless steel railcar production, launch Metra project, adding 258 jobs, and will use AI-powered automation for high-precision welding.
Alstom’s Innovia APM R cars are a perfect fit for this kind of frequent airport operations, as the fully automated system allows operations to easily adjust for peak and off-peak times.
As we advance towards the final design phase and delivery of 130 Citadis streetcars to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), Alstom’s Project Director Mariana Duarte discusses what lies ahead.
Alstom is committed to supporting young talent and innovation by funding several initiatives across the University including ones that support projects in the Engineering, Law and Human Science departments.