Citadis multi-articulated trams: Versatile, high-capacity and eco-friendly trams for every city

Citadis multi-articulated trams at a glance

The broadest range, in service all around the world
For all types of lines and networks, from existing to newly constructed
Both standard and customised trams
The most cost-effective solution with maximum passenger capacity
High energy efficiency and optimised total cost of ownership
Large range of catenary-free solutions

Alstom’s Citadis™ range of low-floor trams and light rail vehicles offers modern and energy-efficient transportation for cities. They are especially suited for new lines and urban renewal projects, including catenary-free operation.
The modular concept, with proven and reliable building blocks make Citadis trams a perfect fit for various customer needs, whatever the climates, from tropical to winter conditions.

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Global presence

Passenger friendly

Cost efficient

Berlin is expanding its fleet, increasing its capacity with longer trams to serve as a backbone of city mobility

State-of-the-art Citadis tram with latest technology advances

Copyright STIB - Société des Transports Intercommunaux de Bruxelles — The new generation tram in service in Brussels, meeting STIB’s increased mobility capacity need.

Lusail tramway — The new transportation system serves Lusail, a new city located north of Doha

The broadest range

On new and recent lines but also on legacy networks, standard and customised multi-articulated Citadis trams have transformed close to 40 cities across continents, connecting districts with smooth and high capacity systems. With the widest variety of solutions for catenary-free operation, Citadis preserves tree-filled and historical neighbourhoods. Trams can enhance the driving experience, by being also fitted with Alstom’s smart solutions, such as ODAS™ and COMPAS™ for drivers’ assistance and ergonomic cabs.

Enthralling experiences aboard

Citadis multi-articulated trams have been designed to delight the passenger. Their large windows offer a wide view of the city, while the ergonomic interiors and pleasant materials, climate control and real-time passenger information displays ensure a comfortable and convenient ride. Wide doors allow smoother passenger exchange at stops and therefore lower dwell time and the 100% low floor throughout the vehicle enables both accessibility and easy circulation within the vehicle. Everything is deployed for an enthralling experience.

Supporting our customers, from design to end of service life

Citadis trams offer cost-effective layouts with a variety of length, width and track gauge compatibility, offering maximized capacity for operators. Vehicles are modular and flexible. They can be configured to match changing ridership levels, by being coupled to form multiple-unit trainsets, enabling an increased overall capacity. In addition to its high energy efficiency, thanks to proven energy savings and weight reduction, Citadis reinforces its green mobility credentials through the recyclability of up to 98% of its parts. With over 30 years’ experience, Alstom has supported customers throughout their Citadis lifecycle from the design phase to maintenance in service.

The broadest range

On new and recent lines but also on legacy networks, standard and customised multi-articulated Citadis trams have transformed close to 40 cities across continents, connecting districts with smooth and high capacity systems. With the widest variety of solutions for catenary-free operation, Citadis preserves tree-filled and historical neighbourhoods. Trams can enhance the driving experience, by being also fitted with Alstom’s smart solutions, such as ODAS™ and COMPAS™ for drivers’ assistance and ergonomic cabs.
Enthralling experiences aboard

Citadis multi-articulated trams have been designed to delight the passenger. Their large windows offer a wide view of the city, while the ergonomic interiors and pleasant materials, climate control and real-time passenger information displays ensure a comfortable and convenient ride. Wide doors allow smoother passenger exchange at stops and therefore lower dwell time and the 100% low floor throughout the vehicle enables both accessibility and easy circulation within the vehicle. Everything is deployed for an enthralling experience.
Supporting our customers, from design to end of service life

Citadis trams offer cost-effective layouts with a variety of length, width and track gauge compatibility, offering maximized capacity for operators. Vehicles are modular and flexible. They can be configured to match changing ridership levels, by being coupled to form multiple-unit trainsets, enabling an increased overall capacity. In addition to its high energy efficiency, thanks to proven energy savings and weight reduction, Citadis reinforces its green mobility credentials through the recyclability of up to 98% of its parts. With over 30 years’ experience, Alstom has supported customers throughout their Citadis lifecycle from the design phase to maintenance in service.

Citadis™ multi-articulated key figures

100%

low-floor access
310

highest passenger capacity
98%

parts recyclability rate

130 low-floor Citadis trams for Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority

In June 2023, SEPTA ordered 130 full low-floor streetcars, with options to build an additional 30 streetcars. The agreement calls for the delivery of fully customised, sustainable, next-generation Citadis light rail vehicles specifically designed for North America and made to navigate the historic streets of Philadelphia.

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61 latest generation Citadis for the city of Nantes, France

In June 2020, Nantes Métropole selected Alstom for the supply of 49 new trams as fleet replacement of its first-generation trams. Alstom will deliver a steel-wheel latest-generation Citadis X05 tram. 14 are to be delivered from mid-2023 on. A first conditional order for 12 further trams was placed in June 2021.

Alstom in France
Tel Aviv Metropolitan LRT Green Line

In May 2022, Alstom won Israel’s NTA contract for the design and build, maintenance, and financing of Tel Aviv’s Green light rail systems. The contract includes the delivery of 98 Citadis XO5 trams, which will operate in double units, 34 metres long each with full low floor.

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