Alstom and the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) confirmed an order for 60 single-level rail coach cars valued at approximately $315 million, with options to build an additional 313 cars, as part of CTDOT’s coach renewal program for its statewide rail system.

Delivery is scheduled to begin in 2026.

The Alstom, CTDOT Agreement

The agreement calls for the delivery of fully customized, sustainable, next-generation commuter railcars specifically designed for North America, providing riders with safe, comfortable, 125 mph commuter rail service. The new vehicles will all be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Federal Railroad Administration, and American Public Transportation Association requirements.

The vehicles will have a convenient two-by-two seating configuration with foldable tables and easy access for wheelchair passengers. The new cars will also provide an enhanced passenger experience with convenient overhead luggage racks, workstation tables and a bicycle storage area, safe and reliable Wi-Fi access, real-time information on upcoming stops, conveniently located power and USB access, and the most current cybersecurity safety features.

In addition, passengers will enjoy panoramic balcony-style windows at wheeled mobility spaces, allowing for the flow of natural sunlight through the car’s interior, giving riders great views.

“Having a modernized transit system with safe, comfortable, and convenient access to work, homes, and fun is essential to attracting the kind of businesses and workforce talent we need to grow good-paying jobs and remain economically competitive,” Connecticut Gov. Lamont said. “Connecticut is the home of the busiest rail line in the nation, and the purchase of these new railcars continues our efforts to deliver better and more reliable service for commuters.”

Alstom’s North American Market, GHG goals

With demand on the rise, cities and countries need transport solutions that help decrease greenhouse gas emissions, congestion, and pollution to improve public health for the years to come. The new Alstom cars will offer CTDOT passengers a reliable and fast regional rail option, reducing traffic congestion along the region’s interstates and the state’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to meet its 2030 targets.

With more than 2,500 bi-level and multi-level cars and more than 1,400 single-deck cars developed and manufactured in North America, Alstom is a significant contributor to the capacity and quality of passenger rail transportation of major cities across the U.S., specifically the northeastern region.