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Testimony of Christophe de MAISTRE

Chariman - Siemens France

The CDGVAL, a new, fully automated metro inside Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport, has a top speed of 70 km/h thatmakes it possible to go from terminal CDG1 to terminal CDG2 in only 8 minutes.

Under 24/7 operation, it provides transiting passengers as well as the 80,000 airport employees with an easy, safe and comfortable way to get around the site. Developed by Siemens, CDGVAL is undoubtedly one of the world's most modern means of transport, and this world-class airport has undeniably secured the most efficient and reliable automated shuttles ystem possible. It is also the pride of the Paris Region, for it acts as the technological showcase for know-how that can be found nowhere else.