Core Points - Alstom has signed a significant contract with PKP Intercity to deliver 42 Coradia Max double-deck electric multiple units (EMUs) valued at 6.9 billion złoty (approximately 1.6 billion euro) along with 30 years of full-service maintenance [1][10] - The Coradia Max fleet will be designed and assembled in Poland, enhancing local engineering capabilities and contributing to the country's low-emission mobility goals [2][4] - The new trains will improve passenger comfort and reliability on major intercity routes, with the first units expected to be operational in about three and a half years [7][10] Company Overview - Alstom is a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, with a strong presence in Poland since 1997, employing over 4,700 people and investing nearly 600 million złoty (approximately 140 million euro) in modernization over the past decade [15] - The Chorzów site in Poland is a key manufacturing and engineering hub for Alstom, recognized for its advanced production capabilities and innovation in train manufacturing [4][5] - The Nadarzyn facility specializes in producing bogies, crucial components for train safety and performance, and is the first of its kind in Poland [6] Product Features - The Coradia Max trains will feature a six-car configuration with over 550 seats, designed for comfort and flexibility, including amenities such as air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and accessibility features for passengers with reduced mobility [10][11][12] - The trains will be dual-voltage (3 kV/25 kV), allowing operation across Poland and the Czech Republic, with more than 500 Coradia Max trains already in service or on order across Europe [12][10] - The 30-year maintenance contract includes preventive, corrective, and overhaul services, supported by Alstom's Fleet Support Centre and HealthHub digital platform for predictive maintenance [8][9]