Alstom is a world leader in transport infrastructure, power generation and transmission The company is present in around 100 countries, has a turnover of €20.9 billion and employs 93,500 people worldwide.

One in four metro systems and one in three tramways around the world have rolled off Alstom's production lines.

Alstom is well experienced in delivering entire tram systems and offers a complete range of solutions for laying, electrifying and supplying electric power to track, supplying electromechanical equipment alongside track and in stations and depots. Its engineers use their consummate knowledge of rail systems to resolve problems arising from integration for the best possible cost. Alstom has developed state of the art technology to facilitate the construction and operation of tram systems. For example AppitrackTM is an innovative, fast and efficient method of laying tram tracks automatically four times faster than with conventional processes. This reduction in production time on sites guarantees a better quality/cost ratio, contributes to preserving the environment and reduces disturbance for neighbours.

Alstom's Citadis^TM vehicle brings each city an original, ecological and efficient transport solution by combining standardisation, modularity and personalised design. Access on board the Citadis is made easy by its low flooring throughout. The wide windows, spacious corridors, air conditioning, video surveillance and real time information provide passengers with comfort, safety and well-being. In the last 10 years, 36 cities throughout the world have ordered 1,553 Citadis trams. Alstom has most recently provided additional vehicles to Dublin's Luas network, delivering the last of 66 trams in December 2010. For further information please click here for the press release details.