Once fully operational, the 22.8-kilometre medium-capacity metro line will enable seamless connections between Taipei and New Taipei, reducing travel time by 30 minutes.Alstom will supply 35 Metropolis metro trains, Urbalis CBTC driverless signalling system, SCADA system, and platform screen doors.Alstom collaborates with CTCI Engineering on project management and system integration.

TAIPEI, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, today announced the successful delivery of the first fully automated, four-car Metropolis train to the Department of Rapid Transit Systems, Taipei City Government, for the Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line. The 22.8-kilometre medium-capacity metro line will enable seamless connections between Taipei and New Taipei City, reducing travel time by 30 minutes once fully operational. Passengers will benefit from more convenient travel between districts in New Taipei City, including Zhonghe, Shulin, Tucheng, and Xinzhuang.

The handover ceremony was held at Jin-Cheng Depot and jointly hosted by Chiang Wan-an, Mayor of Taipei City, and Hou Yu-ih, Mayor of New Taipei City. Representatives from the Bureau Français de Taipei, the Alstom-led consortium, and Taiwanese engineering and contracting services company CTCI were also in attendance.

Ling Fang, President, Alstom Asia Pacific said, “With the Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line, we are not just building a metro line; we are enhancing connectivity, reducing travel times, and promoting sustainable urban living. This project is a significant step forward in our commitment to improving public transport and fostering economic growth for the communities we serve.”

“We are delighted to deliver the first fully automated Metropolis train for the Wanda Zhonghe Shulin Line,” said Toby Tiberghien, Managing Director of Alstom East Asia. “This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing Taiwan’s urban mobility. Our state-of-the-art trains will significantly improve connectivity between Taipei and New Taipei City, providing passengers a more efficient and seamless travel experience.”

In partnership with CTCI, the Alstom-led consortium was awarded a contract to provide an integrated metro system by the Systemwide E&M Project Office, Department of Rapid Transit Systems of Taipei City Government (SEMPO). Phase One, signed in 2018, is 9.5 km long with 9 stations and Phase Two, signed in 2020, covers an additional 13.3km with 13 stations.

As part of the contract, Alstom will supply 35 Metropolis metro trains, the Urbalis Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) driverless signalling system, the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, and platform screen doors. Alstom and CTCI will collaborate on project management and system integration. CTCI will provide the track work, power supply, depot equipment, telecommunication, and ticketing systems. The Metropolis metro trainset is manufactured at Alstom’s industrial unit in Taubaté, Brazil.

The Wanda Zhonghe Shulin Line, which interchanges with four other lines, will be a game-changer for commuters in Taipei and further cements Alstom’s commitment to Taiwan, where it has maintained an active presence for over 40 years.

With over 50 years’ experience and over 90 systems in commercial service worldwide, Alstom is the global leader and a trusted partner to deliver integrated turnkey rail systems customised for every mobility need

Alstom’s Metropolis metro solutions

The new metros for Taiwan are part of Alstom’s market-leading Metropolis metro solutions, designed to keep cities breathing for over 60 years. More than 80 customers worldwide operate metros made by Alstom. For more information on Metropolis metros, please visit:

https://www.alstom.com/solutions/rolling-stock/metropolis-metros-keeping-your-city-breathing

Alstom in Taiwan

Today, the entire Metro Taipei network is equipped with Alstom’s signalling solutions. Most recently, Alstom delivered the first driverless metro systems for Taichung City and successfully introduced its world-proven Citadis Tramway to Kaohsiung City. The Wanda Zhonghe Shulin Line, which interchanges with four other lines, will be a game-changer for commuters in Taipei and further cements Alstom’s commitment to Taiwan, where it has maintained an active presence for over 40 years.

ALSTOM™, Metropolis™ and Urbalis™ are protected trademarks of the Alstom Group.

About Alstom

Alstom commits to contribute to a low carbon future by developing and promoting innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that people enjoy riding. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 64 countries and a talent base of over 84,700 people from 184 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most. Listed in France, Alstom generated revenues of €17.6 billion for the fiscal year ending on 31 March 2024.

For more information, please visit www.alstom.com.

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BENGALURU, India, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — iValue Group, a strategic technology advisor, today announced their new strategic partnership with RSA, the security-first identity leader. This move aims to help more organizations in iValue’s extensive network defend themselves from cyberattacks with RSA’s cutting-edge identity and access management (IAM) and identity governance and administration (IGA) solutions.

The partnership will see iValue Group become a key distribution partner for the RSA Unified Identity platform, which combines automated identity intelligence, authentication, access control, governance, and lifecycle capabilities. Key RSA solutions the iValue Group will offer include:

RSA ID® Plus, a cloud-based IAM solution that prioritizes security and seamless user experiences. Offering advanced multi-factor authentication (MFA) like biometrics and FIDO2-certified passkeys, it ensures secure access for every user, from any device, anywhere. ID Plus features like RSA® Mobile Lock and RSA® Risk AI enhance security by scanning for threats on users’ devices and providing adaptive risk scores, reducing unauthorized access. Additionally, RSA ID Plus extends across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments and offers hybrid failover capabilities that ensure continuous access and security even during service interruptions or outages.RSA® Governance & Lifecycle, which offers industry-leading IGA capabilities, enabling secure identity management across IT environments. Key features include automated user provisioning, access certification, and policy enforcement, all aimed at reducing risks and ensuring compliance. With advanced analytics and gamification, it provides real-time insights and accelerates compliance, optimizing security posture across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises deployments.RSA SecurID, which is a leader in securing on-premises resources with comprehensive identity management. Supporting various authenticators, including OTP, passwordless options, and biometrics, RSA SecurID ensures only authorized users access critical systems. Seamlessly integrating with existing IT environments, RSA SecurID enhances security and reduces risks through robust authentication and management capabilities.

With the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently issuing new mandates focused on enhancing IAM, including mandatory MFA, the timing of this partnership is critical. RSA’s solutions are secure by design and meet stringent regulatory and data sovereignty requirements, providing enterprises with the tools necessary to protect digital identities and ensure compliance.

R. Venkatesh, Co-Founder and Vice President of Business Management at iValue Group, said, “The collaboration with RSA marks a significant milestone for iValue Group. By combining RSA’s industry-leading solutions with our extensive channel network and market expertise, we are well-positioned to address the growing demand for robust identity and access management solutions in India. The partnership will empower organizations to strengthen their security frameworks and confidently manage digital identities in an increasingly regulated environment.”

“India is a strategic market for RSA and this partnership with iValue reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in and supporting local leaders secure and strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities.  India continues to grow and mature in security sensitive verticals like finance, government and technology and with the increased regulatory requirements and reporting, customers are seeking out RSA and its partners to help them mitigate their risk,” said Charles Lim, RSA Director of Channels and Commercial.

About iValue Group

iValue Group, the fastest-growing strategic tech advisor, specializes in securing and managing digital applications and data for enterprises in hybrid-cloud environments. With 16 years of expertise, we offer customized solution stacks and associated services, collaborating closely with 80+ OEMs, 1000+ partners, and system integrators. Our 500+ strong team, with over 50% technical experts, provides comprehensive Professional and Managed Services. iValue’s cloud-based Center of Excellence features 25+ integrated solutions, streamlining technology adoption.

With a significant presence in SAARC and Southeast Asia, we blend local insights with global practices, covering the business and technical needs of partners to address their enterprise needs across the regions.

To know more, visit www.iValueGroup.com or follow @iValueGroup on LinkedIn.

About RSA

The AI-powered RSA Unified Identity Platform protects the world’s most secure organizations from today’s and tomorrow’s highest-risk cyberattacks. RSA provides the identity intelligence, authentication, access, governance, and lifecycle capabilities needed to prevent threats, secure access, and enable compliance. More than 9,000 security-first organizations trust RSA to manage more than 60 million identities across on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. For more information, go to RSA.com.

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HYDERABAD, India, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Darwinbox, a leading global HR Tech platform, has been recognized as a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises. Darwinbox stands out as the only player globally to advance and shift a quadrant this year. This recognition is secured on the back of innovative, AI-powered technology, intuitive user experience, and great customer traction. Earlier this year, Darwinbox was also recognized as the customer’s choice HCM in Gartner’s Voice of Customer Report where it was rated the highest (4.8/5) relative to all other players on the Quadrant.

Darwinbox is the preferred HR Tech partner of over 950 global enterprises, including Big Basket, More Retail, JSW, Emcure, Glenmark, WeWork, and CRED, among others. The mobile-first cloud HCM platform helps organizations automate their hire-to-retire HR processes, engage and develop talent, and deliver actionable insights.

“Our rise to Challenger status is driven by our commitment to building a modern, global HCM platform, supported by AI-driven innovation and user-centric design,” said Chaitanya Peddi, Co-founder of Darwinbox. “Our vision has always been to create an agile and adaptable solution that not only meets today’s needs but is ready for tomorrow’s challenges. We’re leading the way with cutting-edge technologies like Gen-AI, addressing the complexities of global enterprises with multi-country payroll solutions, and continuously evolving our platform to meet the diverse digital HR needs of businesses around the world.”

Here are some key product innovations that Darwinbox believes have been instrumental in achieving Challenger status and delivering maximum value to a global customer base:

AI That Delivers Practical Value

The report calls out Darwinbox’s AI capabilities, known as Darwinbox Sense, as a strength, emphasizing its real, practical impact on critical HR functions. By embedding AI-driven insights into everyday tasks—from understanding employee sentiment in performance reviews to identifying and reducing bias in hiring—Darwinbox helps organizations make thoughtful, data-backed decisions that build a more inclusive and engaged workplace. With tools like a conversational analytics assistant, automated workflow generation, and anomaly detection for payroll and expenses, Darwinbox AI delivers smart and personalized insights to users exactly when they’re needed.

Skills-Focused Talent Management

Darwinbox has been recognized as the 2nd highest-rated globally in Pre-hire Talent Management (Hiring & Onboarding), with a score of 4.3/5 in Gartner’s Critical Capabilities for Cloud HCM Suites report. The platform’s talent management suite is built on a robust skills frameworks and offers tools like AI-driven career planning, skills-recommendations, and a Gen-AI candidate virtual assistant, which aim to support organizations in attracting and nurturing talent. Earlier this year, Darwinbox introduced Talent Hub and Manager Hub, two unique offerings that provide employees and managers with insights and AI-powered recommendations, enabling timely decisions that drive workforce growth and engagement.

Employee-Centric Design for Higher Engagement & Adoption

The report highlights Darwinbox’s high adoption rates in today’s complex multi-vertical organizations, driven by its mobile-first solution that engages diverse employee segments. “User experience goes beyond attractive interfaces; it’s about intuitive technology that reaches every corner of an organization,” said Chaitanya Peddi, Co-founder of Darwinbox. “Our platform is designed to connect distributed teams—whether mobile, frontline, or office-based—bridging the divide digitally and keeping every employee engaged.”

Extending Platform Capabilities for Unique Business Needs

Darwinbox spent its early years focused on building an adaptable, flexible and unified platform foundation to enable rapid innovation and growth. Today the next-generation HCM suite offers 15 natively built modules, addressing not only core HR functions but also additional needs like travel, expense management, and employee recognition. With the addition of its Extensibility Suite, Darwinbox now offers HR teams the ability to design, customize, and automate workflows through low-code, no-code tools. The suite is designed to achieve near 100% internal automation, minimizing dependency on IT and allowing organizations to scale and adapt effectively to changing demands.

For More Information

Read the blog, ‘Darwinbox Rises as a Challenger in 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises,’ by Chaitanya Peddi, Co-founder, Darwinbox.Read a complimentary copy of the Gartner report on the Darwinbox website.

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About Darwinbox

Founded in 2015, Darwinbox is a global HR tech leader that empowers enterprises to better manage their talent with new-age employee experiences and disruptive AI-powered technology. Its cloud-based Human Capital Management (HCM) software caters to an organisation’s HR needs across the entire employee lifecycle. Darwinbox is trusted by over 3 million employees from more than 900 enterprises across 130 countries. Darwinbox has been backed by global investors like TCV, Microsoft, Salesforce Ventures, Peak XV, Lightspeed and Endiya Partners among others.

More at www.darwinbox.com

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