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Speaker:  Patrick Jacob, Rolling Stock Business Development and Sales, Alstom America

Topic:   Alstom America - Moving into the 21st Century

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About the topic:

 

After its acquisition of Alstom earlier this year, Alstom has expanded and evolved its business model in the North American market.  Our November presentation will outline Alstoms plans, specifically in light of macro trends emerging after the Covid pandemic and a Path to sustainable mobility in North America.  The presentation will also highlight Alstom's focus on green traction solutions such as hydrogen and battery-powered vehicles.

 

About the speaker:

 

Patrick Jacob is responsible for Rolling Stock Business Development and Sales at Alstom and brings more than 10 years of North American rail industry experience.  Over his career dedicated to the mobility industry, Patrick has held a number of key positions in Bombardier Transportation’s commercial team prior to its acquisition by Alstom in January 2021. His in-depth knowledge of the rail landscape in the US and Canada is combined with a strong commercial and strategic outlook. Patrick holds a master’s degree in International Relations from the University of Ottawa and is passionate about green mobility and making sure his team is enabled and motivated to deliver the best customer experience possible. He and his family are based in Montreal, Canada.