- The final train handover completes one of Singapore’s largest metro fleet replacement programmes
- Alstom’s 106 metro trains will be operated on the North-South and East-West Lines, two of Singapore’s most heavily used rail corridors
- Designed for high-capacity urban operations, the trains will support the continued performance of the lines and enhance the passenger experience across the network
- The large scale of metro trains ordered reflects the strength of Alstom’s long-time partnership with the Land Transport Authority and SMRT Trains
SINGAPORE, Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Alstom, global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, today announced the successful delivery of the last new train for the ongoing renewal of Singapore’s North-South and East-West MRT Lines (NSEWL). The handover completes a major fleet replacement programme that will support reliable, accessible and more sustainable public transport in Singapore. Sustainability has been embedded throughout the trains’ design, with nearly 100% of recyclable material used.
The new fleet comprises 636 metro cars, forming 106 trains, and replacing previous generation vehicles. They are operated on two of Singapore’s most heavily used rail corridors. Designed for high-capacity urban operations, the trains will support the continued performance of the North-South and East-West Lines and enhance the passenger experience across the network.
“This milestone reflects the strength of our partnership with the Land Transport Authority and SMRT Trains,” said Yann Maixandeau, Managing Director for East Asia, Alstom. “Together, we have worked at designing a fleet to meet the needs of passengers and operators alike. The new trains delivered provide greater comfort, improved accessibility and the long-term performance required to support one of the world’s most heavily used metro networks.”
Singapore’s Land Transport Authority awarded Alstom the initial contract for 66 Movia trains in 2018, followed by an additional order for 40 trains in 2019. The 106 trains were manufactured by Changchun Alstom Railway Vehicles Co. Ltd. in Changchun, China. The programme brought together Alstom teams in Singapore, China, Germany and Sweden, working closely with the Land Transport Authority and rail operator SMRT Trains.
High capacity and performance trains incorporating latest Alstom components
Built on Alstom’s Movia metro platform, which is part of the Metropolis metro solutions, the new trains combine high passenger capacity with efficient operation and improved lifecycle performance. Each six-car train has 220 seats and can operate at speeds of up to 90 kilometres per hour.
The trains feature energy-efficient Flexx Urban bogies, Mitrac propulsion systems and regenerative braking. Step-free boarding and flexible multipurpose spaces improve accessibility, while the longitudinal seating layout supports passenger flow and maximises capacity on the high-volume network.
Automatic track inspection cameras installed on the fleet support more efficient infrastructure condition monitoring. By collecting information during regular operations, the cameras can help identify track conditions and support timely maintenance planning.
Supporting resource-efficient urban mobility
Sustainability has been embedded throughout the trains’ design. Approximately 95% of the materials used are recyclable, while more than 96% are recoverable at the end of the trains’ service life.[1]
The trains also incorporate design-for-disassembly principles, allowing materials and components to be separated more efficiently at end of life. This supports resource recovery, contributes to the circular use of materials and reduces the fleet’s overall environmental impact.
Alstom, a long-term mobility solutions partner in Singapore
Alstom has played a very significant role in Singapore’s rail ecosystem for more than twenty years, delivering rolling stock, signalling systems and long-term services across the country’s MRT and LRT networks. Today, Alstom technologies support seven of Singapore’s eight MRT lines, as well as the Bukit Panjang LRT line.
The completion of this fleet renewal programme further strengthens Alstom’s partnership with Singapore as the country continues to invest in reliable, resilient and sustainable public transport.
ALSTOM™, Movia™, Flexx Urban™ and Mitrac™ are protected trademarks of the Alstom Group.
About Alstom
Alstom is the pure rail leader, committed to making rail the backbone of sustainable transportation. We design and deliver a complete range of future-ready solutions – from high-speed and regional trains to metros, monorails, trams, turnkey systems, end-to-end services, infrastructure, signalling and digital rail solutions. With 87,800 people in 61 countries, Alstom brings together global expertise and multi-local presence to make every journey smarter, cleaner and more enjoyable. Together with our partners and customers, we realise the power of rail. Listed in France, Alstom generated revenues of €19.2 billion for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2026.
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[1] Based on the R151 Movia metro Environmental Information Brochure prepared in accordance with ISO 14021 |
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