Alstom’s X’Trapolis Mega: Melbourne Rail Project Completion

Alstom has successfully delivered all 70 X’Trapolis Mega trains to Metro Trains Melbourne, boosting passenger capacity and modernizing the network.

Alstom’s X’Trapolis Mega: Melbourne Rail Project Completion
December 15, 2016 12:59 am

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Introduction

In November 2023, Alstom completed the delivery of the final X’Trapolis Mega train to Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM). This marked the conclusion of a project that began in 2017, involving the supply of 70 six-car X’Trapolis Mega trains for the Melbourne metropolitan rail network.

Project Completion

The project, initiated in 2017, involved the supply of 70 six-car X’Trapolis Mega trains. The last train was delivered in November 2023. The trains were manufactured at Alstom’s facility in Ballarat, Victoria.

Contract Details

The contract, valued at approximately €900 million (AUD $1.4 billion), included a 15-year maintenance agreement. The project supported over 1,000 jobs across the supply chain, with 60% local content.

X’Trapolis Mega Train Features

The X’Trapolis Mega train offers enhanced passenger capacity and comfort. The train has the capacity to carry 1,300 passengers. They feature improved accessibility, CCTV, and real-time passenger information systems. This ensures a modern and efficient travel experience.

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Maintenance and Operation

The 15-year maintenance agreement ensures the trains’ continued reliability. The trains are now operating across the Melbourne metropolitan rail network.

Conclusion

Alstom has finalized the delivery of all 70 X’Trapolis Mega trains to Metro Trains Melbourne, completing a project that began in 2017. The project, valued at €900 million, included a 15-year maintenance agreement.

Company Summary

Alstom: A global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, providing rolling stock, signalling, and services. The Ballarat, Victoria, facility manufactured the X’Trapolis Mega trains.

Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM): The operator of the Melbourne metropolitan rail network.

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