Saint-Etienne renews with Veolia-Transdev

摘要

The French city has renewed its public transport operating contract with Veolia-Transdev for a further nine years at EUR47m/year. The new contract takes effect from I July, and the group has announced it intends to contribute EURlm towards the purchase of three more trams for delivery in 2015. Other contractual changes involve a more flexible fare structure; improved passenger information systems and a commitment to reduce water and energy use as part of the city's efforts to achieve climate change targets and reduce costs.