The French train manufacturer Alstom decided to withdraw from the competition for one of the largest contracts launched by Renfe in recent times. The Spanish public railway company seeks to acquire up to 40 high-speed trains, with a value that can reach 1.777 billion euros. This decision represents a significant exit by one of the main players in the train manufacturing sector.
Renfe plans an initial purchase of 30 high-speed trains, with a cost of 1.3625 billion euros, excluding VAT. With the inclusion of the ten optional trains, the tender would reach the total planned amount. This contract is part of a strategy to modernize and expand the Spanish high-speed fleet.
Alstom's departure opens the way for other manufacturers to compete for this mega-contract, which represents one of the largest business opportunities in the European railway sector. The contract remains in the tendering process, although the article does not specify which other companies may be interested or what the next steps are for Renfe in this process.
