Wedoany.com Report-Nov 25, Partnership includes real-time locomotive monitoring, predictive maintenance and customized training programmes.

At the Saudi Rail Exhibition, Alstom announced a new service agreement with Saudi Railway Company (SAR), reinforcing its commitment to the future of transport in the Kingdom. This five-year Technical Support and Spare Parts Supply Agreement (TSSSA), worth SAR 300 million, aims to improve SAR's east-west freight corridor, which is essential for the Kingdom's economic growth. The East-West Railway plays a vital role in connecting the key ports of Dammam and Jubail to the dry port of Riyadh. It facilitates the seamless flow of goods throughout the country.

As part of this agreement, Alstom will provide SAR with comprehensive support. This includes technical assistance, a continuous supply of spare parts and tailor-made training programmes for staff. The locomotives will be continuously monitored in real time by Alstom's HealthHub™ digital solution to digitise the maintenance process and increase efficiency. This technology will reduce downtime and optimise fleet availability by enabling SAR to adopt a predictive maintenance approach. These measures will ensure the long-term reliability of the diesel locomotives operating on the vital east-west freight corridor.

“This agreement is a testament to our shared vision with SAR of advancing Saudi Arabia's transportation ecosystem in alignment with Vision 2030. By empowering SAR with cutting-edge technologies and knowledge transfer, we are fostering a competitive and sustainable sector while enriching local talent and expertise within the Kingdom's railway industry,“ said Mohamed Khalil, Alstom’s Managing Director of Middle East Regional Headquarters.