Alstom inaugurates first service depot in Shu, Kazakhstan, creating 100 jobs and driving regional growth
Alstom inaugurates first service depot in Shu, Kazakhstan, creating 100 jobs and driving regional growth
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First railway service depot built in Kazakhstan since 1988
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First project completed under the 2023 Investment Agreement
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5.6 million EUR invested
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100 new local jobs created
31 May 2025 - Alstom, a global leader in sustainable and smart mobility, is proud to announce the inauguration of its first service depot in Shu, Zhambyl region. This strategic milestone marks the successful completion of the first of four service depots planned under the Investment Agreement signed between Alstom and the Government of Kazakhstan in November 2023.
"This inauguration is a landmark achievement, reflecting on our long-term partnership with KTZ and the pivotal role of Kazakhstan railroads in the development of the Middle Corridor."
With a total investment of 5.6 million EUR, the depot is the first facility of its kind built in Kazakhstan since 1988. It will play a crucial role in the maintenance of KZ4 and KZ8 electric locomotives operates by the national company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), while creating 100 skilled jobs for local residents and contributing to the socio-economic development of the region.
Since 2010, Alstom has engaged in a productive partnership with KTZ, establishing a robust industrial base manufacturing two types of locomotives in Kazakhstan with significant domestic value creation and employing over 1,200 professionals. Developing a Service activity is the logical continuation of our investment in Kazakhstan and will help addressing national mobility needs and building a nationwide footprint.
"This inauguration is a landmark achievement, reflecting on our long-term partnership with KTZ and the pivotal role of Kazakhstan railroads in the development of the Middle Corridor,” - said Jerome Boyet, Managing Director of Alstom in Western and Central Asia. - “This new depot is a symbol of innovation, collaboration, and a testimony to our trust in Kazakhstan’s future as an investor.”
The event organized on the territory of the new depot was attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kazakhstan to France Gulsara Arystankulova, KTZ management, Ministry of Transport and Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, akimats of Zhambyl region and Shu town as well as other valued stakeholders.
Alstom remains dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and maintaining strong partnerships with its customers. The new depot is a clear example of how the company is investing in the future of Kazakhstan's railway industry, providing top-notch maintenance services and creating valuable job opportunities for the local community.
