DAR ES SALAAM: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has met with Philippe Deller, Vice President of France-based ALSTOM, to discuss investment opportunities in Tanzania’s transport infrastructure sector.
During the meeting, Dr Nchemba invited ALSTOM to invest in Tanzania, noting that the Sixth Phase Government under President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan continues to create a conducive environment for investors while implementing reforms aimed at positioning Tanzania as a regional hub for trade, transport and investment in East Africa.
For his part, Mr Deller expressed the company’s interest in partnering with the government of Tanzania in implementing strategic urban transport projects.
ALSTOM indicated its readiness to invest in the development of rapid transit systems and modern transport infrastructure to ease traffic congestion in Dar es Salaam, while also exploring opportunities to implement similar projects in Mwanza, Mbeya and Arusha.
The proposed projects are expected to improve the efficiency of urban transport, reduce travel time, enhance trade and investment activities, stimulate economic growth, and improve the quality of life through the use of modern transport technologies.
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The discussions form part of the government’s broader efforts to strengthen partnerships with leading international companies in order to attract technology, expertise and investment capital that will accelerate the development of Tanzania’s infrastructure and economy.
ALSTOM is a global leader in the design, construction and operation of advanced public transport systems, including modern railways, high-speed trains, metro systems, trams and intelligent transport management technologies.