Alstom signed a contract renewal with Metrolinx, a provincial government agency in Ontario, Canada, to continue to provide operations and maintenance (O&M) services to two of its divisions.
The contract runs until 2031.
Alstom Awarded 5-Year Extension for GO Transit, UP Express Services
Company officials said that this latest contract extension with Metrolinx consolidates the company’s position as the leading private provider of Operations and maintenance services in North America.
March 20, 2026
Alstom will continue to provide O&M services for the rail operations of GO Transit, the regional public transit service for the Greater Golden Horseshoe area of Ontario
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- Alstom renewed its contract with Metrolinx to provide operations and maintenance services for GO Transit and Union Pearson Express until 2031.
- The company manages GO rail and UP Express operations with a team of nearly 1,300, ensuring an on-time performance of over 97%.
- Alstom supports Metrolinx in maintaining reliable transit services for both special events and daily commuters in Ontario.
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Alstom’s Contract Renewals
Alstom will continue to provide O&M services for the rail operations of GO Transit, the regional public transit service for the Greater Golden Horseshoe area of Ontario, and Union Pearson Express (UPX), a train service connecting Canada’s busiest airport to downtown Toronto.
In 2024-2025, Alstom’s close to 1,300-person team managed 117,020 GO rail trips and 56,494 UP Express trips, with an on-time performance of over 97% on a mixed-use rail network.
“Whether its introducing new riders to transit during Toronto’s biggest special events, or helping ensure frequent riders have a reliable, high-quality experience every time, Alstom has been behind the scenes helping deliver for Metrolinx and its passengers,” said Michael Keroullé, Alstom America’s President. “Our continued partnership with Metrolinx is a tribute to the excellence and experience of our local Services Team to ensure passengers needs are met safely and efficiently.”
Alstom officials said that this latest contract extension with Metrolinx consolidates the company’s position as the leading private provider of Operations and maintenance services in North America.
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Alstom's renewed contract with Metrolinx runs until 2031.
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