New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- Battery as an alternative to diesel traction is gaining momentum across the world, said Champak Panda, Managing Director of Alstom India's Rolling Stock & Components division.

"Battery as an alternative to diesel traction is picking up speed. This is a real technological advancement that is happening globally, and we are at the forefront," said Champak Panda speaking to ANI. He added that Alstom will be supplying lightweight aluminium articulated trains driven by battery for the New Zealand project. Reports suggest the deal is valued at around EUR538 million (approximately Rs 4,842 crore).

He also noted that Alstom continues to work closely with Indian Railways on several projects, including high-speed train techn...