The AGV reaches 300 kph during the first test phase on
Italian network

The first test phase of the prototype is now concluded and
the following phase dedicated to the standardization of
signalling systems begins.



Tests began on 9 February 2010 are aimed at obtaining the
standardization for the Italian network of the train. The trial
trips, during which the peak speed of 330 kph will be attained,
will continue on the high speed network and on conventional
lines until the month of June. Starting from 2011,NTV will be
the first railway company in the world to operate this high
speed train of the fourth generation equipped with an extremely
innovative technology: articulated trainsets, distributed power
and permanent magnet motors.



In 2008, the Italian transport company has placed a firm order
for 25 trainsets (with an option for a further 10), with an
associated maintenance contract for a period of 30 years.


About Alstom Transport

A promoter of sustainable mobility, Alstom Transport develops
and markets the most complete range of systems, equipment and
services in the railway sector. Alstom Transport manages entire
transport systems, taking in rolling stock, signalling and
infrastructure, and offers turnkey solutions.
Alstom Transport recorded sales of 5.7 billion euros in the
fiscal year 2008-2009 and an increase in orders of 9% compared
to the previous year. Alstom Transport is present in over 60
countries and employs some 27,000 people.


¹ Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori

Press contact

Laurent Gerbet


Tel + 33 (0)1 57 06 92 83


laurent.gerbet@transport.alstom.com


Internet websites:
www.alstom.com
www.transport.alstom.com