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Meerut metro launches with world first ETCS hybrid level 3 signalling
Alstom and NCRTC inaugurate full Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor with India’s fastest metro and advanced LTE 4G-based train control.
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Second mountain tunnel breakthrough in India advances Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train
The second mountain tunnel in India for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train has been completed, marking a major engineering milestone and boosting project confidence.
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Vande Bharat Express redefines inter-city travel with faster, safer, energy-efficient trains in India
India’s Vande Bharat Express introduces semi-high-speed trains with modern safety, comfort, and energy-efficient systems, enhancing passenger experience and supporting national mobility goals.
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Alstom secures €62 million contract to maintain Indian Railways WAG-12B locomotives until 2031
Alstom will maintain 300 WAG-12B electric locomotives at Sabarmati depot, supporting India’s green freight transition and training over 22,000 Indian Railways staff.
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Alstom launches Bhopal’s first metro trains with CBTC signalling for safe and efficient urban travel
Bhopal’s inaugural metro service begins with Alstom-built Movia trains, combining advanced CBTC signalling, energy efficiency, accessibility features, and sustainable design for commuters across the city.
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India celebrates a decade of Alstom MELPL transforming freight mobility and local rail industry
Alstom and Indian Railways mark ten years of MELPL, delivering high-powered locomotives, creating over 10,000 jobs, and driving Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
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Alstom to supply driverless trains and CBTC signalling for Mumbai Metro Line 4 project
Alstom will build 39 driverless Metropolis trainsets in India and deliver CBTC signalling with maintenance services for Mumbai Metro Line 4.
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Flash flooding vs freight rail
The recent flash floods that swept through Texas have delivered a stark and immediate lesson on the escalating vulnerability of critical infrastructure to extreme weather events.
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Modi flags off powerful 9000 HP electric freight locomotive made mostly in India
India unveils its first 9000 HP electric freight locomotive, with Siemens and Indian Railways driving sustainable rail transformation.
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Mumbai Metro Aqua Line launches with Alstom’s driverless trains
The first phase of Mumbai Metro's Aqua Line, featuring 100% made-in-India driverless trains and automation technologies supplied by Alstom, is set to transform urban mobility.
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Delhi Metro Rail Corporation expands digital payment solutions for commuters
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has announced a new partnership to enhance digital payment options, allowing seamless travel and transactions with National Common Mobility Cards across all metro lines and other open-loop transport systems nationwide.
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DMRC Phase 4 expansion progressing rapidly despite challenges
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation is making significant progress in its Phase 4 expansion, with over 50% of work completed on three priority corridors, aiming for completion by 2026.
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Delhi Metro headquarters achieves Carbon Neutral certification
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation's Metro Bhawan achieves Carbon Neutral certification, marking a significant milestone in sustainable urban transportation and its commitment to combating climate change.
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Manufacturing begins on India’s first semi-high-speed RRTS trains
Alstom has begun manufacturing the regional commuter and transit trains for the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut semi-high-speed rail corridor for RRTS Phase 1.
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Bids for New Delhi Station redevelopment opened by RLDA
The New Delhi Station redevelopment project will include features that ensure multi-modal transport integration and development.
