Expansion of Alstom's Railway Manufacturing and Maintenance Operations in Kazakhstan
- aykaowlyagulyyewa
- May 1
- 2 min read
Project Description:
Alstom, a leading French multinational company specializing in rail transport, is expanding its footprint in Kazakhstan through a comprehensive project that includes:
Delivery of 117 new electric freight locomotives to Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ).
Construction of new service centers in Astana, Almaty, Arys, and Shu to provide maintenance services for electric locomotives.
Enhancement of existing facilities, including the Electric Locomotive Assembly Plant (EKZ) in Astana
This expansion aims to modernize Kazakhstan's railway infrastructure, improve freight transport efficiency, and support the country's economic development.
Current Status:
As of November 2024, Alstom and KTZ have signed agreements outlining the delivery schedule of locomotives and the development of service centers. The project is actively progressing, with all phases scheduled for completion by 2028.
Start Date: 2023
End Date: 2028
Investment Volume (in mln USD):
Over €50 million (approximately $55 million USD)
Location:
Astana, Kazakhstan
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Arys, Kazakhstan
Shu, Kazakhstan
Involved Companies:
Alstom S.A.
Role: Project Lead, Manufacturer, and Investor
Address: 12 Samal, Astana Tower BC Astana 010000
Phone: +7 (7172) 62 07 40
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy
Role: National Railway Operator and Project Partner
Address: 010000, Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana city, Konaev street, 6
Phone: +7 (7172) 60 42 29 / +7 (7172) 60 42 43
Web: railways.kz/en/
Key People and Contact Details:
Alstom S.A.
Name: Adrian Geekie
Position: Project Director
Email: adrian.geekie@alstom.com
Name: Aleksandr G.
Position: Director of Procurement Western & Central Asia
Name: Murat Aldabergenov
Position: Sales, Bid & Tender Director WCA
Kazakhstan Temir Zholy
Name: Dauren Tasbaltauly
Position: Head of Operations
Phone: +77017054558
Name: Yermek Aktau
Position: Director of the Department
Other Important Details:
The project is expected to create approximately 700 new jobs across Kazakhstan.
Alstom aims to increase the localization rate of its products and services in Kazakhstan, contributing to the country's industrial development.
The new locomotives will enhance freight transport efficiency, with the capability to haul trains weighing up to 9,000 tons.
Sources:
Photo Sources: alstom.com
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