La Pocatiere

• Wire theft in Mexico triggers at least 70 layoffs at Quebec factory, more possible

  French rail manufacturer Alstom confirmed Friday that 70 of its employees will be laid off for at least six months.

  Crime

  Apr 3, 2021
  
• 17 new AZUR trains on the way for Montreal’s Metro

  The STM will acquire 153 new AZUR Metro cars as part of an updated deal with Bombardier-Alstom.

  Canada

  Nov 12, 2018
  
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• Couillard says he is open to advancing Montreal’s subway contract to Bombardier

  Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard is suggesting he's open to giving Bombardier a contract to replace Montreal's subway cars in order to stave off potential job losses at the company.

  Canada

  Feb 24, 2018
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• Bombardier may lay off hundreds at its Quebec railway plant if no orders come in

  Local elected officials and workers are calling for an emergency meeting with Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard on the future of the plant.

  Consumer

  Feb 19, 2018