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CBI member Alstom, a world leader in transport infrastructure, power generation and transmission, and its local joint venture Shanghai Alstom Transport Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd. (SATEE) recently won a new €23 million contract by Nanjing Metro. Co. Ltd. (NMC) to supply the advanced traction system for Nanjing Metro Line 10.
Under the terms of the agreement, Alstom and SATEE will be responsible for the design, manufacturing, testing, commission and warranty, as well as the maintenance and spare parts for the traction system of 126 metro cars.
Scheduled to be launched in June 2014, Nanjing Line 10 will form an integral part of Nanjing's system of public transportation and span the Yangtze River when completed, with 14 stations covering a total length of up to 21.6 kilometres. Alstom has already made significant contributions to public transport in Nanjing, having supplied the city with more than 450 metro cars.
Commenting on the new deal, Dominique Pouliquen, President of Alstom Transport Asia Pacific and Alstom China Country President, said, "This is a significant contract for Alstom as it shows Nanjing Metro's continued confidence in Alstom and SATEE. Today, SATEE has become a leading supplier for traction systems in the country through Alstom's strong localisation and commitment in increasing SATEE's R&D and engineering capabilities."
Ling Fang, Managing Director of Alstom Transport China, said, "Nanjing Metro Line 10 will shorten the travel time between the city centre and Pukou District, providing easier mobility for passengers in the area. Upon signing the traction contract of Nanjing Metro Line 10, Alstom has made one step further in consolidating the Nanjing metro market."
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