Alstom is to supply 17 Régiolis to the Rhône-Alpes region, destined for the future Franco-Valdo-Genevois RER which will circulate on the CEVA (Cornavin–Eaux-Vives–Annemasse) cross-border line that links the region of Haute-Savoie with Switzerland. The value of this contract amounts to €160 million. The order is an option exercised in the context of a framework contract signed with SNCF in 2009.
The Régiolis for the Rhône-Alpes region is adapted to the characteristics of the French-Swiss CEVA line.
"This new order is proof of the undeniable confidence placed in Alstom’s new generation of regional trains by the French regions and SNCF. These 17 Régiolis come in addition to the 184 trains previously ordered (of which 79 have already been delivered) by 12 French regions. With over 3 million kilometres covered, Régiolis can demonstrate all their qualities in terms of comfort and reliability," said Ana Giros, managing director Alstom Transport France.
