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28 March 2025 - Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has signed a contract with the Moroccan National Railway Office (ONCF) worth €781 million to supply 18 Avelia Horizon high-speed trains. This order has been recorded in Alstom's Q4 2024/2025 fiscal year.
The extension of the high-speed line to Marrakech will enhance connectivity for travellers. Alstom's new double-decker Avelia Horizon trains will significantly reduce travel time between Tangier and Marrakech while minimizing the carbon footprint.
Benefiting from over 40 years of experience of high-speed trains in commercial services, Alstom's Avelia Horizon very high-speed train is the latest generation of double-deck train in the world capable of operating at speeds exceeding 300 km/h. It offers great operational flexibility and ensures a unique passenger experience. The train consists of two innovative, shorter power cars that combine high performance and compactness, along with two-level articulated cars.
Avelia Horizon allows for reduced operating costs. The train features a lower number of bogies, which account for 30% of maintenance costs. With the highest seating capacity on the market, Avelia Horizon provides an exceptional level of service and comfort, significantly reducing total cost of ownership per seat.
ALSTOM, Avelia Horizon, Avelia are registered trademarks of the Alstom Group.
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