Bombardier to Supply LRT System for Edmonton’s Valley Line

Bombardier Transportation, as part of TransEd Partners, has been awarded a contract for the Valley Line LRT in Edmonton. The TransEd team is comprised of Bombardier, Bechtel, EllisDon and Fengate. Bombardier is responsible for the design and supply of the vehicles, signalling, communications, power supply and distribution, overhead catenary system, and related depot equipment. Bombardier’s scope is valued at approximately CDN$391 million.

The Valley Line LRT project is a Public Private Partnership (PPP) that includes a five-year Design-Build stage and a 30-year operation and maintenance term.

Stage 1 of the Valley Line LRT includes a southeast to downtown rail line with 11 stops and one station. BOMBARDIER FLEXITY light rail vehicles will each carry 275 passengers along the 13 km system. These low-floor vehicles allow for easy access and provide a smooth and comfortable ride.

Bombardier will also lead the 30-year Operations, Maintenance and Rehabilitation scope of work for the entire Edmonton Valley Line System. “As a global transit supplier, Bombardier has the expertise to be a reliable light rail system provider for the City of Edmonton. As part of TransEd Partners, we will deliver a modern and dependable LRT system that offers an easy and attractive alternative to the personal car, and provide a long-term partnership to the City of Edmonton,” said Raymond Bachant, president, Americas Division, Bombardier Transportation.

The new line will cross over the North Saskatchewan River Valley—a protected greenspace highly-valued by Edmonton residents. To preserve the valley and surrounding area, TransEd Partners will implement responsible construction activities to restrict disturbances to the land or contamination of the river.

Bombardier Transportation is the only global rail manufacturer with an important presence in Canada, with a workforce of more than 4,000 employees.