Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Alstom , the renowned leader in sustainable and intelligent mobility solutions, has announced the operational commencement of Hanoi Metro Line 3’s elevated segment. This section, managed by Hanoi Metro Company (HMC), is set for its official opening in September 2024 but is currently accessible to the public for a complimentary trial period. This initial phase spans 8.
5 kilometers, featuring eight stations along the elevated route. Upon completion, the entire line will measure 12.5 kilometers, incorporating a total of 12 stations, and will significantly improve connectivity for approximately 1.
6 million inhabitants across six districts in Hanoi. At peak operation, the metro system will have the capacity to transport over 23,900 commuters each hour in each direction. Alstom spearheaded a consortium that included Colas Rail and Hitachi Rail to win the 2017 contract for a comprehensive metro solution for Line 3.
Alstom’s responsibilities included providing ten four-car Metropolis trains and the Urbalis 400 CBTC system, alongside overseeing the integration of the metro system, power supplies, and depot equipment, in collaboration with Colas Rail. The project received backing from several French and international financial institutions, including the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, the Directorate General of the Treasury, the French Development Agency, the European Investment Bank, and the Asian Development Bank. Designed with a focus on the com.