• Continues multi-year partnership between Alstom and Metrolinx
• Renewed agreement of 800 million EUR ($1.3 billion CAD) runs until 2031
• Contract extension supports close to 1,300 direct jobs with Alstom in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton region, including roles in operations, as well as drivers, conductors and customer service staff, and maintenance personnel
20 March 2026 – Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has signed a contract renewal with Metrolinx, a provincial government agency in Ontario, Canada, to continue to provide operations and maintenance (O&M) services to two of its divisions. The contract is for approximately 800 million euros[1] ($1.3 billion CAD) and runs until 2031.
Alstom will continue to provide O&M services for the rail operations of GO Transit, the regional public transit service for the Greater Golden Horseshoe area of Ontario, and Union Pearson Express (UPX), a train service connecting Canada’s busiest airport to downtown Toronto. In 2024-2025, Alstom’s close to 1,300-person team managed 117,020 GO rail trips and 56,494 UP Express trips, with an exceptional on-time performance of over 97% on a mixed-use rail network.
"Whether its introducing new riders to transit during Toronto’s biggest special events, or helping ensure frequent riders have a reliable, high-quality experience every time, Alstom has been behind the scenes helping deliver for Metrolinx and its passengers." - Michael Keroullé Alstom America’s President (....)