Tuesday, October 1, 2024 Alstom , a prominent force in smart and sustainable mobility worldwide, has unveiled plans to establish a new project office in Philadelphia’s bustling Center City. With a rich legacy in Pennsylvania, Alstom is actively producing the traction system for SEPTA’s upcoming light rail vehicles in West Mifflin. The new office aims to enhance collaboration with clients in Philadelphia and across the Northeast Corridor, facilitating more efficient design and project decision-making processes.
Alstom has secured a temporary lease for this location as it actively seeks a long-term office in Philadelphia. This new facility reflects Alstom’s commitment to bolstering its operations in the United States, particularly in fulfilling the needs of clients such as SEPTA in the Northeast and throughout the country, as they work to advance the future of public transit and passenger rail. In alignment with SEPTA’s initiatives to enhance its infrastructure and modernize its fleet, Alstom is providing cutting-edge light rail trains featuring a low-floor design.
This design not only optimizes capacity and accessibility but also enhances operational speed. “We’re pleased to announce that Alstom is putting a team on the ground to support our Philadelphia projects and look forward to continuing our great partnership with SEPTA as they modernize their system,” said Noah Heulitt , Operational Performance Vice President Americas. “Pennsylvania has a robust transpor.
