Alstom has been awarded the contract to construct the infrastructure for Florence Tramway Line 4. This project will involve the development of essential transportation infrastructure to support the expansion of the tramway network in Florence. Alstom's expertise in delivering high-quality transportation solutions makes them well-suited for this endeavor. The construction of Florence Tramway Line 4 will contribute to the improvement of public transportation in the city, offering enhanced connectivity and mobility for residents and visitors.
The Municipality of Florence has selected Alstom to construct the Florence tramway Line 4 in Italy.
Contract Details
This contract is valued at 50 million EUR and covers the tramway between Le Piagge station and Campi Bisenzio, which will serve 24 stops. Alstom will be responsible for the track, catenary, substations and lighting system across this section (Line 4.2).
Option for Second Lot
In addition, the contract also includes an option for a second lot (Line 4.1), which will connect Line 4.2 to the city centre, with 13 additional stops. This second lot is valued at 49 million EUR.
Statement from Alstom
Michele Viale, Manager of Alstom in Italy and President and CEO of Alstom Ferroviaria said:
“We are delighted to be able to contribute to intensifying Florence's transport system with the construction of more than 11 kilometres of tramway line in addition to what has already been achieved for Line 2.”
Funding Source
This project is being funded by Italy’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP).
Project Execution
The works will be delivered by Alstom’s System & Infrastructure team in Rome, while the components for the electric traction will be supplied by the Alstom site in Valmadrera, Lecco.
Summary
This project underscores Alstom's commitment to sustainable mobility and its dedication to providing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of urban transportation. We look forward to delivering a high-quality tramway system that will benefit the residents and visitors of Florence for years to come.
(This article is sourced from railway-news.com curated by Thetransporteronline24)
