BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 22. Alstom is
actively expanding its presence in Central Asia, with a focus on
sustainable rail transport solutions tailored to the region’s
specific needs, said Jerome Boyet, Managing Director of Alstom in
Western and Central Asia, in an interview with Trend.
“Our presence in any region, including Central Asia, is directly
linked to our operational needs and our commitment to meeting the
requirements of our customers,” Boyet noted. He emphasized that
Alstom’s growth in Kazakhstan serves as a springboard for exploring
opportunities in neighboring markets like Uzbekistan and
Turkmenistan. “Any potential expansion into these territories would
be driven by customer needs for support and infrastructure
development. We are dedicated to fostering partnerships that create
value and enhance the operational capabilities of the railway
systems in the region”.
Highlighting Alstom’s commitment to greener rail networks, Boyet
pointed to the company’s electric locomotives as a cornerstone of
its sustainability strategy. “Our electric locomotives deliver the
lowest carbon footprint of all transport solutions available
today,” he said. The locomotives currently operating in Kazakhstan
and Azerbaijan showcase exceptional environmental performance,
achieving emission rates as low as 7.0 gCO2/ton.km.
“This commitment aligns with the global push for greener
solutions and supports the goals of Central Asian countries to
enhance their transportation infrastructure while minimizing their
environmental impact,” Boyet explained.
Alstom is open to collaborating with local stakeholders to
support regional modernization efforts. “By understanding the
specific requirements of local markets, we can effectively tailor
our approach and consider opportunities for establishing
manufacturing and maintenance operations where there is significant
demand,” Boyet said.
He stressed the importance of aligning investments with regional
development goals: “We believe in collaborating with local
stakeholders to ensure that our investments align with the broader
goals of regional development.”
As Alstom continues to innovate, it remains dedicated to
providing Central Asia with advanced technologies and
environmentally friendly transport options. “We are improving the
efficiency of railway transport and contributing to a more
sustainable future for the region,” Boyet concluded.
