“Our long-standing partnership with Mumbai’s metro network continues to grow and we are proud to consistently deliver next generation rail solutions for the urban metro network in the city. The Mumbai Line 4 & 4A project also establishes our collaboration with L&T to support MMRDA in its metro network expansion, today is a proud moment for us at Alstom to be showcasing the first trainset at a record time.” Olivier Loison, Managing Director, Alstom India
“Our partnership with Alstom on Mumbai Metro Line 4 reflects a shared commitment to delivering world-class mobility solutions for Mumbai. By bringing together L&T’s expertise in large-scale EPC execution and systems integration with Alstom’s leadership in rolling stock, we are proud to contribute to the Government of Maharashtra’s and MMRDA’s vision of a safe, efficient and sustainable urban mobility network for Greater Mumbai.” S Ramkumar, Sr. VP and Head – Transportation Infrastructure, Larsen & Toubro
Alstom has unveiled its first Metropolis trainset for the Mumbai Metro Line 4 & 4A at its state-of-the-art Sri City facility in Andhra Pradesh, in the presence of dignitaries from Larsen & Toubro (L&T). Engineered and built at a record time of 14 months, it is first of the 39 driverless metro trainsets, Alstom will deliver as part of a system also comprising of signalling system, depot equipment and maintenance. Alstom is supplying trainsets and other solutions to L&T, which is executing the Integrated Systems Package for Mumbai Metro Lines 4 and 4A.
The first trainset was designed in Bengaluru, Karnataka, manufactured at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, with propulsion systems and bogies from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu and Savli, Gujarat, respectively. With over substantial localisation, the project reinforces Alstom’s commitment to Make in India and the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
Presenting the first trainset at Sri City, Olivier Loison, Managing Director, Alstom India, said, “Our long-standing partnership with Mumbai’s metro network continues to grow and we are proud to consistently deliver next generation rail solutions for the urban metro network in the city. The Mumbai Line 4 & 4A project also establishes our collaboration with L&T to support MMRDA in its metro network expansion, today is a proud moment for us at Alstom to be showcasing the first trainset at a record time. As a preferred partner in Mumbai’s sustainable urban mobility journey, we are confident that our advanced rail products and technologies will deliver a world-class travel experience to every Mumbaikar.”
S Ramkumar, Sr. VP and Head – Transportation Infrastructure, Larsen & Toubro, said, “Our partnership with Alstom on Mumbai Metro Line 4 reflects a shared commitment to delivering world-class mobility solutions for Mumbai. By bringing together L&T’s expertise in large-scale EPC execution and systems integration with Alstom’s leadership in rolling stock, we are proud to contribute to the Government of Maharashtra’s and MMRDA’s vision of a safe, efficient and sustainable urban mobility network for Greater Mumbai. We deeply value MMRDA’s trust and leadership in driving this landmark project. With L&T also executing the Power Supply and Track Systems packages for Metro Lines 4 and 4A, we are well positioned to seamlessly integrate multiple systems in close coordination with Alstom and other stakeholders, helping deliver a world-class commuter experience for millions of Mumbaikars.”
Inspired by MMRDA’s vision for a connected, sustainable and future-ready Mumbai, the metro trains combine global expertise adapted to Indian conditions, featuring a distinctive green-and-blue identity that reflects progress, trust and environmental responsibility. Designed for a safe speed of 90 km/h and an operational speed of 80 km/h, the trains will offer enhanced passenger comfort and accessibility through airflow-based cooling, wheelchair access and, India’s first time on an Alstom train, dedicated bicycle racks to support sustainable mobility and last-mile connectivity. The train has also been developed using Alstom’s Eco-design approach, with materials selected with fire-safety requirements and environmental considerations in mind.
Alstom has a long-standing contribution to Mumbai’s metro network. The company supplied Metropolis trains and signalling solutions for the Mumbai Metro Aqua Line, now in commercial operation and transporting more than 1.6 million passengers per day. Alstom is also providing signalling and telecommunications solutions for Mumbai Metro Lines 2 and 7, and signalling for Lines 7A and 9.
