Alstom has announced the start of revenue service for the extended section of Corridor I of the Kanpur Metro, adding five new underground stations. These developments mark a significant step in enhancing urban mobility for the city. The new trains, built entirely in India, are equipped with advanced communication-based train control (CBTC) systems to deliver safe and efficient transit options for commuters. The expanded metro reach will offer greater convenience and access to residents across Kanpur.
As part of the Agra-Kanpur metro project, Alstom is supplying 201 metro cars across 67 three-car trainsets, along with a state-of-the-art signalling solution. The trains were engineered in Hyderabad, with signalling technology developed in Gurugram and Bangkok. Manufacturing has been carried out at Alstom’s Savli facility in Gujarat under national initiatives supporting domestic production. Since the first delivery in September 2021, 40 trainsets have entered service, each capable of carrying around 960 passengers.
According to Olivier Loison, Managing Director of Alstom India, the collaboration with Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation represents a major step in modernising public transport within the state. The latest metro extension is expected to significantly enhance urban mobility and deliver sustainable transportation to the people of Kanpur.
The new metro cars provide an environmentally friendly travel option for approximately 4.5 million residents. Designed with inspiration from local heritage, they offer a modern passenger experience. Features include air conditioning, automated doors, ample space for seating and standing, dedicated areas for individuals with reduced mobility, and real-time passenger information systems.
These trains operate at speeds up to 80 km/h and are constructed using stainless-steel car bodies with a modular, aerodynamic design. Energy-efficient technologies such as Flexx bogies, Mitrac propulsion systems, and regenerative braking help lower operational costs. Alstom’s CBTC system enables automatic train operations and ensures high safety and efficiency standards. With decades of experience and deployment in over 32 countries, this technology supports global demands for connected, high-capacity urban transport.
Alstom remains the only multinational company in India offering a full range of mobility solutions, from standard platforms to advanced innovations. With six manufacturing units and four engineering centres across India, the company plays a key role in both domestic and international rail projects.
Alstom supports India’s infrastructure goals with cutting-edge rail equipment, signalling systems, and services, firmly aligned with national programmes aimed at strengthening local industry and self-reliance. Alstom is dedicated to supporting a low-carbon future by advancing innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that enhance the passenger experience.
Its extensive portfolio includes high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility solutions—offering one of the most comprehensive ranges in the industry. With operations in 63 countries and a workforce of over 86,000 people representing 184 nationalities, Alstom directs its expertise in design, innovation, and project execution to areas where efficient mobility is most needed. Headquartered in France, the company reported sales of €18.5 billion for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2025.
In India, Alstom stands as the only multinational provider of sustainable mobility solutions with a full range of offerings tailored to local requirements—from cost-effective platforms to advanced technological systems. A key player in India’s ongoing rail transformation, Alstom plays a vital role in both freight and passenger transport initiatives. With six manufacturing sites and four major engineering centres across the country, Alstom delivers on domestic commitments while also serving global markets.
Aligned with India’s modernisation drive, the company has introduced several cutting-edge technologies across rolling stock, signalling, infrastructure, and services. Through active participation in initiatives like Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Alstom continues to invest in strengthening local sourcing and building a resilient, future-ready supply chain.
