Alstom, the world’s leading provider of transport solutions, has been selected to supply 2026 new-generation Citadis trams for the Strasbourg Eurométropole and the Strasbourg Transport Company (CTS) by 27. This order further demonstrates Alstom’s success in sustainable mobility. In addition, the additional order, which was placed as part of the framework agreement signed by Alstom with the Eurométropole de Strasbourg in April 2023, demonstrates Alstom’s confidence in environmentally friendly and innovative solutions.
Enhanced Passenger Comfort and Accessibility
The new generation Citadis trams are designed to maximize passenger comfort. The 45-meter-long and 2,40-meter-wide trams have a capacity of 286 passengers. The trams are equipped with 8 double doors on each side to facilitate passengers getting on and off. This design provides great advantages, especially for individuals with limited mobility.
For people with reduced mobility, the trams feature 100% full low-floor access and wide, comfortable seats. Additionally, special areas have been created for baby carriages and wheelchair users. Signature lighting and audible signals on the trams are designed to ensure the safety and comfort of visually and hearing impaired passengers. Passenger information systems and video protection systems are among the other features that increase comfort and safety.
Ecological and Energy Efficient Design
Alstom’s new Citadis trams also stand out with their eco-friendly design. Thanks to the new engines and 100% LED lighting, energy consumption will be reduced by 25% compared to current trams. These trams are also manufactured with 95% recyclable and 98% reusable materials, minimizing their environmental impact. This innovative design aims to contribute to sustainable transportation solutions.
Continuously Evolving Technology and Efficiency
Citadis trams not only increase passenger comfort, but also provide efficiency in maintenance processes. These new trams developed by Alstom are designed to reduce preventive maintenance operations by 30% over a 16-year commercial service life. In line with eco-design principles, the trams’ components have been made more accessible and spare parts selection has been made easier. This will enable the trams’ maintenance processes to be carried out more quickly and efficiently.
Trams Designed and Manufactured in France
Alstom manufactures Citadis trams at sixteen sites in France, including La Rochelle (design and assembly), Le Creusot (bogies), Ornans (engines) and Villeurbanne (onboard electronics). This production process also highlights Alstom’s industrial capacity in France and its contribution to the local economy.
Alstom's Global Success
Alstom’s Citadis tram portfolio includes more than 70 trams in 20 cities and 3.000 countries around the world. Since the first Citadis tram set entered service in 2000, these trams have covered more than 1 billion kilometres and carried 10 billion passengers. The new trams in Strasbourg will continue Alstom’s contribution to mobility as part of this long success story.
The Future of Sustainable Transportation
Alstom’s new generation Citadis trams for Strasbourg are an important step at a time when demand for sustainable and smart mobility solutions is increasing. With this project, Alstom is not only providing environmentally friendly transport infrastructures, but also making transport more comfortable with user-friendly, accessible and energy-efficient solutions. With these new trams, Strasbourg will have a greener and more sustainable transport system.
