SYSTRA Canada selected to contribute in the delivery of the Hamilton LRT project

SYSTRA Canada selected to contribute in the delivery of the Hamilton LRT project

SYSTRA Canada selected to contribute to the development of the future Hamilton LRT as part of the design joint venture responsible for civil works and utility systems.

Contributing to a new era of mobility for Hamilton.

Planned to run along a 14-kilometre corridor through the urban core of the city, the Hamilton LRT will connect key destinations from McMaster University to Eastgate Square, strengthening east-west mobility across the municipality.

Once in service, the network will improve access to public transit for residents, strengthen intermodality with local and regional transportation networks, and support more sustainable urban development along the corridor.

The project will also support the long-term economic growth of the City of Hamilton.

A collaborative delivery model for a complex urban infrastructure project.

The project will be delivered through an integrated alliance model bringing together public and private partners for the design, construction, and delivery of the project.

In this context:

• Metrolinx is the project owner
• Aecon is leading construction activities
• Hatch, Egis, and SYSTRA Canada form the joint-venture responsible for the design of the civil works and utility systems, as well as the preliminary studies related to stations, track, and transportation systems

This collaborative approach is intended to ensure close coordination among all stakeholders from the earliest stages of the project, promoting integrated planning and optimized execution.

Putting expertise at the service of the development phase.

The project is now entering an approximately 18 to 24-month development phase during which the partners will work jointly to refine the technical requirements, delivery strategy, cost parameters, and implementation schedule.

This stage will help establish the foundations required for future construction activities and advance preparatory work across the entire corridor.

Strengthening SYSTRA Canada’s position in complex transportation infrastructure.

SYSTRA Canada’s participation in the Hamilton LRT project reflects the continued growth of its rail and public transit project portfolio in Canada, as well as its recognized expertise in delivering complex, multidisciplinary transportation infrastructure programs.

By contributing to the development of this major urban mobility corridor, SYSTRA Canada continues its commitment to shaping the future of more sustainable mobility across the country.

SYSTRA Canada Helps Drives Ottawa’s Zero Emission Bus Program Forward

The City of Ottawa’s Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) Program, part of the Climate Change Master Plan, aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 100% below 2012 levels by 2040, thus providing residents with a reliable and eco-friendly transit option. The program includes purchasing 354 battery-electric buses by end of 2027.  

SYSTRA Canada and ÉTS join forces to drive mobility

Since 1974, École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) has trained over 25% of Quebec’s engineering students. On June 27, the University reached a major milestone with the launch of its very first railway engineering course series. 

The SYSTRA group publishes its first Integrated Activity Report for 2024

In 2024, the Activity Report becomes the first Integrated Activity Report of SYSTRA. Annual summary of the company’s activities, it also brings together all the financial and non-financial elements that create value for all its stakeholders. It strongly emphasises the presentation of our strategic vision and our Sustainability approach.

SYSTRA is presented in five chapters that invite each reader to discover a component of the Group’s dynamics: Being Committed, Stepping Up, Going Beyond, Discovering, and Succeeding. These stories highlight our exceptional projects and focus on the human aspect, particularly through testimonials and inspiring career paths.

Enjoy reading!

SYSTRA announces strong growth in results for 2024

A solid growth trajectory for SYSTRA in 2024

In 2024, SYSTRA achieved a turnover of €1.25 billion, an increase of 17% compared to 2023, and an EBITDA level of 8.3%, up 0.6 points. This growth is part of a long-term dynamic: since 2022, the Group’s turnover has risen by almost 40%. At the same time, new orders continue to soar, up 32% in two years to reach €1.4 billion in 2024.

A key player in the sector for over 65 years, SYSTRA has comprehensive expertise in all transport solutions. Today, the Group is contributing or has contributed to one out of every two metros in the world and to one out of every two high-speed lines. This recognition is also illustrated by its position as the leading French engineering company in the international Engineering News-Record (ENR) ranking: 2nd for Mass Transit & Rail, 3rd for Bridges and 6th for Transportation.

With a presence in 80 countries, SYSTRA is firmly rooted in France, where it employs more than 2,000 people and generates 20% of its turnover. While consolidating its presence in France, the Group continues to expand internationally in a fast-growing market. By 2024, it had a workforce of 10,500 worldwide, an increase of 40% in four years.

An ambitious growth strategy

SYSTRA’s growth is driven by major projects in the countries where the Group operates, such as the Grand Paris Express, high-speed lines in the UK, Egypt and California, and the TELT tunnel. SYSTRA uses all its skills to carry out safe and sustainable projects, shaping environmentally friendly mobility for the benefit of future generations.

The SYSTRA Group intends to maintain its momentum and accelerate the growth of its turnover and profitability by relying on both organic growth and an active acquisition policy.

Technical excellence and operational performance are essential levers for SYSTRA’s growth. The Group relies on its unique networking approach, which makes the most of the expertise of its subsidiaries throughout the world and encourages a multicultural and collaborative approach to projects. Its cutting-edge expertise uses the latest digital technologies, BIM, digital twins, simulation and modelling, to improve efficiency for its clients.

In terms of acquisitions, the Group strengthened its presence in Scandinavia in 2023 by acquiring the Atkins entities in Sweden, Denmark and Norway. It also expanded its portfolio with the integration of Australian companies Bamser and Rail Systems Australia, as well as Subterra, which operates in Spain and Latin America. More recently, in 2024, the Group acquired Modaal in France.

The change in shareholder structure in October 2024 – with Latour Capital and Fimalac taking a 58% stake – is designed to support this growth strategy, particularly internationally, in 13 strategic regions and countries, including Australia, Canada and the Middle East. This growth and development strategy should enable the Group to achieve its ambitious target of €2 billion in turnover by 2030.

SYSTRA publishes its ESG Performance Report 2024

Sustainability is central to SYSTRA’s growth strategy which aims to create a sustainable future for generations to come.

As a transport engineering company, SYSTRA integrates the principles of sustainability into every stage of its projects, seeing sustainability as a lever for performance and growth.

Our growth dynamic is based on the diversity of our talents and professions, and is underpinned by our long-term commitment to Health, Safety, Security (3S), ethics, the environment, diversity, equity and inclusion.

SYSTRA is anticipating the transition to the European CSRD directive by relying on local governance, which is essential to the implementation of this strategy, and decentralised Business Units to adapt to local conditions.

TRACCS Rail Day 2025

Join us for two days of insightful sessions led by industry leaders, visionaries, and decision-makers in the Railway industry. Gain key stakeholder insights, project updates, and strategies for success in this evolving sector.

location

The International Centre, Mississauga, Hall 5

Mississauga, 6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8, Canada

schedule

TUESDAY, MAY 13

9:00 am to 9:30 am

Opening Remarks – Mark Salsberg et Paul Murphy (TRACCS)

9:30 am to 9:45 am

Address from the Minister of Transportation – Hon. Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria

11:00 am to 7:00 pm

EXPO – NETWORKING

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Morning Sessions (3 stages)

2:15 pm to 5:00 pm

Afternoon Sessions (3 stages)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14

9:30 am to 9:45 am

Opening Remarks – TRACCS Board Directors

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

EXPO – NETWORKING

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Morning Sessions

2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Afternoon Sessions

Toronto-Québec City High-Speed Rail: First Major Milestone Reached

MONTRÉAL, March 21, 2025 /CNW/ – Alto and the Cadence team have reached a major milestone with the signing of a contract for the tangible progress of the high-speed rail network between Toronto and Québec City. This important step marks the beginning of the important design and development phase of this ambitious project, announced on February 19, 2025, by the Government of Canada. It also marks a critical step in improving mobility within the country.

With dedicated passenger tracks and peak speeds of up to 300km/h, Alto will significantly reduce travel times—even halve it in some cases—between major cities in the Toronto–Québec City corridor. Through nearly 1,000 kilometres of electrified tracks, the network will help reduce intercity transportation’s carbon footprint while transforming the user experience. As Canada’s largest public infrastructure project, this initiative will drive the economy and provide an efficient, economic and environmentally friendly transport alternative to air and car travel.

The way in which a project is developed is as crucial as the project itself. In collaboration with Cadence, we are bringing together a unique group of experts, combining the expertise of a Crown corporation with the experience of a team of world-class private partners. The signing of the contract demonstrates our shared commitment to develop a high-speed rail network that will exceed Canadians’ highest expectations.

Martin Imbleau, President and CEO, Alto

The members of Cadence are extremely proud to be working with Alto on this transformative project for the country’s economy and communities. Our team brings unparalleled expertise in designing, building, financing, operating and maintaining complex rail projects around the world. We are committed to delivering a high-speed rail system that will redefine rail transportation in Canada and change the lives of millions of Canadians.

Daniel Farina, General Manager, Cadence

The phase now beginning will confirm the route, obtain the necessary environmental permits and acquire the necessary land. It will also be used to pursue more concrete discussions with First Nations representatives and host communities. This work will enable the cost, financial structure and timetable for the project to be established.

As Canada’s largest ever infrastructure project, Alto will connect more communities and Canadians and grow our economy. This is an exciting next step in the high-speed rail project, which will boost GDP by up to $35 billion annually, create over 51,000 good-paying jobs during construction, and unlock enhanced productivity for decades to come.

 LThe Hon. Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade

The Alto network, supported by Transport Canada, is a necessary investment that benefits the entire country. It will connect our lives and cities faster, more frequently and reliably, while reducing transportation costs and driving economic growth. With Alto, Canada is finally getting the transportation infrastructure it needs.

For an overview of the project’s core benefits: Fast Forward: Shaping Canada’s Future with a High-Speed Train.

For more information, please visit Alto‘s website.

ABOUT ALTO

Alto (formerly VIA HFR) is a Crown corporation dedicated to developing a fast, frequent and reliable rail network to meet the growing mobility needs in the Toronto–Québec City corridor.

À propos de Cadence

Cadence is a consortium of world-renowned companies with expertise and know-how in the design, development and operation of large-scale transportation infrastructure. The consortium members are CDPQ Infra, AtkinsRéalis, Keolis, SYSTRA Canada, Air Canada and SNCF Voyageurs.

SOURCE Alto

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Paris airports call on SYSTRA’s expertise

The ADP Group, which develops and operates airport hubs including Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, has chosen to work with a group of experts to support the arrival of new transport systems.

At Paris-Orly, this involves monitoring the design of new exclusive right-of-way public transport systems within the airport itself: the creation of an automatic guided transport system connecting the hub’s centres of interest to the terminals and to Grand Paris Express (GPE) station L14/L18, as well as the creation of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines. At Paris-CDG, the project also aims to create BRT services. This ATMO is being carried out in a consortium with Setec (lead), Urbanica and Bearing Point.

Preparing for the future of travel to and from airports

With the aim of reducing carbon emissions and improving accessibility to neighbouring areas, the ADP Group has made the development of mobility to and from its airports a priority. At the same time, the ADP Group wants to develop transport within Paris-Orly and Paris-CDG.

To achieve this, SYSTRA is a key partner: since 2023, as part of another ATMO, SYSTRA France teams have been involved in the renewal of Paris-CDG airport’s automatic internal shuttles*, CDGVAL and LISA. This project is part of the new mobility plan for the airport, one of the busiest in Europe. In collaboration with Artelia, Richez_Associés and Bearing Point, the contract should lead to the modernisation of shuttle services and new links within the airport’s reserved area (i.e. after inspections and border crossings) by 2037.

A longstanding relationship with the ADP Group

SYSTRA has been working with the ADP Group since the 1980s to optimise and develop its infrastructure. When it came to improving access to terminals, we were present when the ORLYVAL automatic shuttle service was introduced in 1991 and from the very beginnings of the CDG Express link; and when it came to optimising the operation of platforms, we were notably involved in the transformation of Terminal 2B at Paris-CDG.

Our work is not limited to transport. We are also working on the decarbonisation of airport terminals and technical facilities, with feasibility studies for the installation of photovoltaic panels on buildings.

The latest major achievement is the opening of the Orly station on lines 14 and 18 of the Grand Paris project and its P3 car park, at the very heart of the airport hub, designed and built in record time for the summer 2024 sporting events.

* These shuttles are also known as APMs, for Automated People Mover, and are fully automatic metros.