Alstom confirms talks underway to buy Bombardier Transportation
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[PARIS] French transport infrastructure company Alstom said on Monday it was in talks over a possible acquisition of the train business of Canadian company Bombardier, which could be worth US$7 billion on an enterprise value basis.
"Alstom confirms being in discussions with Bombardier regarding a possible acquisition of Bombardier Transportation by Alstom. Discussions are ongoing. No final decision has been made," Alstom said in a statement.
A source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Sunday that Alstom was close to agreeing a deal to buy Bombardier's train business, which will give the unit an enterprise value of US$7 billion.
REUTERS
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