Alstom has announced the appointment of Valentina Rodriguez as Managing Director of its Services business in Latin America. In her new role, she will lead efforts to enhance operational efficiency, introduce advanced service solutions, and strengthen customer engagement across the region.
The appointment reflects Alstom’s continued focus on expanding its Services portfolio in Latin America, a region identified as a key growth market for rail infrastructure and mobility solutions. The company aims to reinforce execution capabilities, improve competitiveness, and deliver long-term value to transit authorities and infrastructure partners.
Bernard Peille, Vice President of Alstom in Latin America, stated that the leadership change marks a step forward in strengthening the company’s regional strategy, particularly in the Services segment. He noted that Rodriguez’s industry experience and operational expertise are expected to support improved performance and customer outcomes across multiple projects in the region.
Valentina Rodriguez brings more than 25 years of experience in the public transportation sector, with a background spanning operations, maintenance, project execution, and large-scale tender management. She has held senior roles across both public and private organizations in North America and has led initiatives involving complex transit systems and long-term service contracts. Prior to this appointment, she was responsible for Operations and Maintenance strategy and partnerships within Alstom’s central Services organization.
Commenting on her new role, Ms Rodriguez stated that her focus will be on strengthening service delivery across Latin America while leveraging the company’s technical capabilities and workforce expertise. She highlighted the importance of building strong partnerships with transit system operators and supporting them throughout the lifecycle of their assets.
Alstom’s Services business plays a central role in its global operations, covering maintenance, modernization, and operational support for rail systems. The company provides lifecycle solutions designed to improve system reliability, optimize performance, and extend asset longevity.
In Latin America, Alstom maintains a significant operational presence, with more than 1,300 employees working across 23 sites. The company is currently involved in the maintenance and modernization of over 780 trains and locomotives throughout the region.
