Where are X Trapolis trains made?
Built in Victoria, the commitment to deliver the trains with at least 60% local content will provide a vital boost to the state’s advanced rolling stock manufacturing industry, securing the future of Alstom’s Ballarat manufacturing facility, and pave the way for new, long-term employment opportunities in the rail …
What happened Connex?
In August 2007, Connex’s contract was extended until 29 November 2009. Veolia Transport was short listed to bid for the new franchise but lost to Metro Trains Melbourne and ceased operations on 29 November 2009.
Where are Melbourne’s new trains?
The trains are assembled in Newport using train parts made in Morwell, Bendigo, Hallam and other parts of Victoria. They are maintained at a state-of-the-art depot in Pakenham East. The project is delivered in line with the Victorian Government’s Major Projects Skills Guarantee.
When did Alstom come to India?
Press contact – India The facility was set up as Alstom’s first global manufacturing centre for rolling stock in the Asia-Pacific region. This plant commenced operations in November 2013 and delivered its first metro trainset to Chennai Metro Rail Corporation (CMRL) in February 2014.
When did Metro take over Connex?
On 30 November 2009, Metro Trains Melbourne (Metro) began operations, taking over from former operator Connex (Connex was involved in the management of Melbourne’s rail network since it was privatised, and assumed full operational control of the network in 2000).
What does Connex mean?
Definition of connex (Entry 1 of 3) 1 obsolete. a : bond, tie. b : a connected incident or property. 2 obsolete : a conditional proposition in logic.
Who is building Melbourne trains?
Manufacturer: Alstom.