Bombardier to Build 40 OMNEO Premium Double Deck Intercity

New Post Public Reply Private Reply Replies (0) Message Board
News Desk 2018
Bombardier to Build 40 OMNEO Premium Double Deck Intercity Trains for Normandy, France
  • Normandy is the first Region to choose the new version of BOMBARDIER OMNEO trains for its intercity services  
  • Premium version focuses on increasing passenger comfort with WiFi, redesigned wider seats and greater accessibility  
  • The OMNEO platform is entirely designed and produced at Bombardier's Crespin site in Hauts-de-France

BERLIN, GERMANY--(Marketwired - Nov 24, 2016) -

Editors Note: To view the photo associated with this press release, please visit the following link: http://media3.marketwire.com/docs/OMNEO.jpg

Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation today announced it has received an option order for 40 OMNEO Premium double deck EMUs from SNCF on behalf of the Normandy Region. This order is valued at approximately 585 million euro ($620 million US) and is part of the contract signed in 2010 with SNCF to provide up to 860 double deck trains to the French Regions. The Normandy Region plans to roll out these new premium trains at the end of 2019 to improve comfort and capacity by over 20% on the frequently used Paris-Rouen-le Havre and Paris-Caen-Cherbourg lines, compared to the lines' existing fleets.

"This is the first order for the newly-designed Premium version of our OMNEO double deck platform", said Laurent Bouyer, President of Bombardier Transportation in France. "Passengers will benefit from over 100 additional seats and a new-level of rail travel comfort and style. Designed by our teams in France, the OMNEO product family, which includes the Regio 2N train, is currently the key structuring project for our Crespin site and for the French rail industry."

Specifically designed to set a new standard for comfort on long intercity journeys, the OMNEO Premium trains can travel at 200 km/h and offer a range of amenities for long distance travellers. Passengers can now enjoy a spacious, WiFi-equipped train that features USB charging ports, standard power plugs, and a wider seat equipped with integrated lighting. Normandy's new trains will be 135m-long, offer 470 seats, and operate in multiple units.

To date, the French Regions have ordered a total of 253 trains of the OMNEO product family under the 2010 framework contract: (40) OMNEO Premium for Normandy and 213 Regio 2N for Nouvelle Aquitaine (24), Brittany (21), Centre-Val de Loire (14), Hauts-de-France (25), Île-de-France (42), Occitanie (18), Pays de la Loire (13), Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (40), Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (16). Following the current state of orders, the last train will be delivered in early 2021.

About Bombardier Transportation

Bombardier Transportation is a global leader in rail technology and offers the broadest portfolio in the industry. It covers the full spectrum of rail solutions, ranging from trains to sub-systems and signalling. The company also provides complete transport systems, e-mobility technology and maintenance services. As an innovation driver, Bombardier Transportation continuously breaks new ground in sustainable mobility. It provides integrated solutions that create substantial benefits for operators, passengers and the environment. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Bombardier Transportation employs around 39,400 people and its products and services operate in over 60 countries.

About Bombardier

Bombardier is the world's leading manufacturer of both planes and trains. Looking far ahead while delivering today, Bombardier is evolving mobility worldwide by answering the call for more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable transportation everywhere. Our vehicles, services and, most of all, our employees are what make us a global leader in transportation.

Bombardier is headquartered in Montréal, Canada. Our shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (BBD) and we are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015, we posted revenues of $18.2 billion. News and information are available at bombardier.com or follow us on Twitter @Bombardier .

Notes to Editors

For news releases, related material and photos, visit our media centre at www.bombardier.com/en/media-centre.html . Please subscribe to our RSS Feed to receive press releases or follow Bombardier Transportation on Twitter @BombardierRail .

Bombardier, OMNEO and The Evolution of Mobility are trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.

You can also contact one of our worldwide contacts for specific press inquiries.

Contact Information

Anne Froger Director of Communications, France +33 6 07 78 95 38 Anne.froger@rail.bombardier.com Group Media Relations +49 30 98607 1687 press@rail.bombardier.com

Scroll down for more posts ▼

Top 10 Most Recent News Articles

Atlas-SSI Expands Grip in Water Control Space

Updated Category News Views 214

Atlas-SSI Makes Waves with Linita Acquisition Here's the kind of news that makes an old market hound sit up and take notice. Atlas-SSI, the big cheese in North America for water management solutions, has gone and snagged Linita Design & Manufacturing. Why's this worth talking about? Linita isn't just any player—they've been crafting custom-engineered hydro-mechanical...

Continue Reading
Q32 Bio Eyes New Horizons with Bempikibart's Potentials

Updated Category News Views 54

Q32 Bio Steers Forward: New Insights from Chief Results Today's update isn't just another quarterly snooze-fest—it’s a nudge in a crucial direction for Q32 Bio (NASDAQ:QTTB). After a bold brush with the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) Congress 2026, the company laid out a plan and a half, showing its hand with bempikibart for alopecia areata...

Continue Reading
MY DR NOW Expands: Seven-Day Clinics Open Everywhere

Updated Category News Views 29

Breaking The Mold Of Traditional Medicine MY DR NOW isn't here to play by the age-old rules. They're slinging open the doors to their newest family medicine clinics and kicking the old Monday-to-Friday scheduling straight to the curb. Every single day of the week, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., patients in Sunnyvale and Tucson are getting a dose of healthcare that's all about...

Continue Reading
DarioHealth Taps Palumbo to Drive Healthcare Evolution

Updated Category News Views 64

Strategic Leadership for an Evolving Market Prepare your portfolios, folks. DarioHealth Corp. (NASDAQ:DRIO) is gearing up to ride a seismic shift in healthcare. John R. Palumbo's appointment as Chairman of the Board marks a bold move as Dario looks to dominate the new convergence of consumer-directed and payer-funded healthcare. This isn't just a change of guard; it's a...

Continue Reading
Hyundai Pushes Hydrogen Boundaries at 2026 Expo

Updated Category News Views 105

A Bold Step Into the Hydrogen Era Hyundai's really stepping it up at the World Hydrogen Expo 2026. They're not just dipping their toes in the hydrogen pool—they're diving in headfirst, showing off integrated hydrogen solutions that are nothing short of ambitious. Hydrogen Production That's a Real Game Changer This ain't just talk. Hyundai's showcasing modular PEM...

Continue Reading
Greasezilla to Process 15M Gallons of FOG Yearly

Updated Category News Views 37

Greasezilla Steps Up for FOG Processing If there’s one thing that makes dealing with wastewater a greasy business, it’s FOG - fats, oils, and grease. It’s the stuff nightmares are made of for any utility trying to keep their pipes clear and their operations running smooth. Now, Greasezilla is stepping into the spotlight at one of the country's largest wastewater...

Continue Reading
Natixis' $100M Student Challenge Mixes Real Stakes

Updated Category News Views 100

Opportunity Knocks for Budding Portfolio Managers Picture this: You're a student, neck-deep in textbooks and theories, and then bam! You're handed the keys to manage a $100 million portfolio. That's the real-deal opportunity Natixis Investment Managers is dangling with its seventh Students Challenge. Diving Into the Nuts and Bolts Listen up, kids. Applications are open...

Continue Reading
Camtek Hits Record Q3 Revenue; Strong Growth Ahead

Updated Category News Views 99

Camtek's Record Performance in Q3 2026 Diving straight into the numbers, Camtek (NASDAQ:CAMT) just posted a staggering $161.3 million in Q3 2026 revenues, marking a 21% jump from the previous quarter. Now, that kind of growth isn't just impressive; it's a wake-up call to any investor still snoozing on semiconductor stocks. They're looking at revenues of around $180...

Continue Reading
Sinch Partners with SpaceX's Super Intelligence Network

Updated Category News Views 101

Piecing Together the New Sinch and SpaceX Partnership Here's a juicy piece of tech news that might just tickle those investing antennas: Sinch AB's teaming up with the SpaceX Super Intelligence Network as a Marketplace Partner. Let's rip the Band-Aid off about why this development has investors riled and buzzing with expectation. Now, Sinch might not be the first company...

Continue Reading
Askey & Icom Team Up: Trading Airwaves for Partnerships

Updated Category News Views 28

Old-School Radios Meet Cutting-Edge 5G When I hear about a company linking their old-school tech with shiny new 5G jazz, skepticism kicks in fast. But then comes this announcement: Askey and Icom America are joining forces to bring 5G networks with integrated two-way radio systems to various sectors—like a classic combo meal with a tech twist. The key audience? Utility...

Continue Reading

Top 5 Most Recently Viewed Articles

Akebia Develops Unique Kidney Disease Treatments for Patients

Updated Category News Views 198

Akebia's Commitment to Rare Kidney Disease Solutions In a significant advancement for the management of kidney diseases, Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: AKBA) has announced the formation of a rare kidney disease pipeline. This initiative highlights the company's sustained commitment to improve the lives of individuals affected by diverse kidney disorders. The pipeline...

Continue Reading
Enhancing Compliance: Coalfire and Vanta's Strategic Alliance

Updated Category News Views 129

Strengthening Compliance through Innovative Partnerships In an era of constant digital transformation, organizations face escalating challenges in maintaining compliance and optimizing security. The partnership between Coalfire and Vanta is strategically designed to revolutionize compliance processes, making them more efficient and less burdensome for internal teams....

Continue Reading
Free Health Screening Initiative for Heart and Kidney Risks

Updated Category News Views 181

Introducing the Heart and Kidney Health Screening Program In a significant step towards improving community health, Care Access is launching its Heart & Kidney Health Screening initiative. This program aims to raise awareness and provide essential health checks for various risk factors, particularly focusing on lipoprotein(a), commonly referred to as Lp(a). Research...

Continue Reading
Transense Technologies Director Increases Stake Significantly

Updated Category News Views 196

Director of Transense Technologies Boosts His Shareholding LONDON - Transense Technologies plc (AIM: TRT), a leading company in sensor solutions and measurement systems, has seen its Managing Director, Ryan Maughan, expand his shareholding. Recently, Maughan bought 3,025 ordinary shares at a price of 165 pence each, underscoring his confidence in the company's potential....

Continue Reading
Significant Insider Trading Alert: Century Aluminum's SVP Action

Updated Category News Views 203

Recent Insider Trading Activity at Century Aluminum Notable insider trading activity was reported recently surrounding Century Aluminum involving their Senior Vice President, Matt Aboud. The SEC filings revealed that Aboud sold an impressive 12,027 shares of the company. The total value of this transaction amounted to approximately $279,868. Market Response and Share...

Continue Reading