Martin Sion

Martin Sion has become the new CEO of Alstom, a French multinational rolling stock manufacturer. He succeeds Henri Poupart-Lafarge, who held the position for ten years. Sion's appointment took effect on April 1st. Prior to joining Alstom, Sion was a top executive at ArianeGroup and spent over 30 years at Safran, where he gained a reputation for his expertise in managing large industrial chains. His arrival marks a significant transition for Alstom, which under Poupart-Lafarge's leadership, became the world's second-largest rail transport manufacturer with a substantial order backlog spanning ten years. Sion's experience is expected to be crucial in maintaining Alstom's position and navigating the challenges and opportunities in the global rail industry.