Alstom and Shanghai Shenkai Sign Landmark Agreement for Pujiang Line Maintenance

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Shanghai, China (Urban Transport News): In a momentous event that marks a new era in Shanghai's public transportation, Alstom's Chinese joint venture, CRRC Puzhen Alstom Transportation Systems Ltd. (PATS), and Shanghai Shenkai Public Transport Operation Management Co., Ltd. recently sealed a significant agreement. The contract entails the comprehensive maintenance of the core electromechanical system of the Pujiang Line in Puzhen, Nanjing. With this partnership, Alstom reaffirms its commitment to serving Shanghai with cutting-edge, green, and intelligent transportation solutions that ensure safe and comfortable travel for all citizens.

The scope of the contract covers a wide range of services, including the daily maintenance of APM vehicles, signalling, track, comprehensive monitoring, and communications systems along the Shanghai Pujiang Line. Spanning over a period of five years, this maintenance agreement represents a groundbreaking milestone as it marks the first full life-cycle core electromechanical system contract for urban rail transit APM obtained by PATS.

Ming Geng, the Managing Director of Alstom China, expressed deep gratitude to the Shanghai Shentong Metro Group for continuously recognizing and acknowledging Alstom's technological prowess and exceptional services. Alstom, with over 60 years of experience in China, takes immense pride in participating in the development of Shanghai Metro, an integral part of the city's progress. The celebration of Shanghai Metro's 30th anniversary was a testament to the fruitful partnership, and Alstom is committed to furthering this alliance with its joint ventures to serve Shanghai Metro with unparalleled quality and dedication.

The Pujiang Line stands as a pioneering achievement in Shanghai's public transport landscape. As the city's first-ever APM rail transit line, it integrates seamlessly with the subway system, providing efficient, rapid, and convenient transportation. Covering a distance of 6.6 kilometers, the elevated line boasts six stations and four cars, offering a maximum passenger capacity of 560 commuters. The train's intelligent power management system, lightweight car body, and regenerative braking ensure minimal energy consumption, making it an environmentally friendly choice. Additionally, the integration of high-reliability explosion-proof steel-rim tires guarantees the utmost safety for all passengers.

Since its inauguration in March 2018, the Pujiang Line has significantly contributed to the regional development of Pujiang Town. Over the past five years of operation, the Pujiang Line has demonstrated the unparalleled advantages of rail transit, including convenience, speed, safety, and punctuality, setting a remarkable precedent for APM lines. Through continuous efforts in design, production, delivery, testing, operation, and maintenance, PATS has perfected the troubleshooting process, ensuring smooth operations and safe travel for commuters. These efforts have earned PATS the trust and recognition it rightfully deserves.

For over 50 years, Alstom has remained at the forefront of innovative transportation solutions, particularly with its driverless Innovia automated people movers (APM) system. This exceptional technology caters to airports and densely populated urban areas, offering commuters quick, comfortable, and convenient travel with minimal infrastructure and environmental impact. Alstom's expertise in APM systems is evident in its successful implementations at Beijing Capital International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Shanghai Pujiang Line, Guangzhou Zhujiangxincheng, and Hong Kong International Airport.

Alstom has played an integral role in China's railway projects for over six decades. The company's extensive portfolio includes high-speed trains, railway passenger cars, locomotives, metros, automated people movers, monorails, and trams. Additionally, Alstom offers state-of-the-art components such as traction systems, bogies, traction motors, and dampers, as well as customized services and infrastructure and signalling solutions. With eleven joint ventures and a dedicated workforce of over 10,000 employees, Alstom has delivered an impressive number of railway passenger cars, electric locomotives, metro cars, monorail cars, automated people mover cars, and tram cars to China's burgeoning rail transit market.

In conclusion, Alstom's remarkable journey in China, coupled with its unwavering dedication to excellence, has propelled it to the forefront of the country's transportation landscape. Through groundbreaking partnerships and state-of-the-art solutions, Alstom continues to shape the future of transportation, ensuring a greener, more intelligent, and seamless travel experience for all.