First train for Paris metro line 18 arrives as testing phase begins ahead of 2026 launch
The first metro train for line 18 has been delivered, starting tests ahead of the planned opening between Massy-Palaiseau and Christ de Saclay stations.
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The first metro train for line 18 has been delivered, starting tests ahead of the planned opening between Massy-Palaiseau and Christ de Saclay stations.
Transport company Alstom has won a €300 million contract to equip 2 RER lines in the Île-de-France region with NExTEO signalling technology.
Manufactured in Hauts-de-France, and certified ‘Made in France’, the new trains are set to modernise and improve services on France’s busiest lines.
With this order, the 360 Francilien train fleet will be the largest rail series in Île-de-France; improving the punctuality of the lines in Paris.
Passengers across Paris will benefit from modern trains with new features focused on increasing passenger comfort and safety.
With 134 trains currently running, SNCF has ordered another nine of Bombardier’s Regio 2N trains for the Ile-de-France region to continue improving the passenger experience…