Core Points - Alstom has secured a contract with SYTRAL Mobilités to supply 26 new-generation automatic metros valued at €145 million and to upgrade the automation systems on line D of the Lyon metro for €158 million, as part of a modernization plan for the network [1][10] - The new metro trains, MPL25, will be fully automated, accommodating over 300 passengers, and designed for interoperability with existing MPL16 trains on line B [4][5] - The project will enhance passenger experience with features such as large windows, LED lighting, and a 100% electric braking system that recovers energy, significantly reducing energy consumption compared to older models [5][6] Company and Industry Insights - Alstom is a leader in the mass transit market with over 30 years of experience in communications-based train control (CBTC) and has equipped over 190 metro lines in 32 countries with its Urbalis solutions [8] - The modernization of line D will utilize the state-of-the-art Alstom Urbalis signalling solution for driverless operation, improving reliability and comfort for approximately 300,000 daily passengers [7][8] - The project will mobilize experts from seven Alstom sites in France, highlighting the company's significant role in digital mobility and its commitment to local employment [9][11]