Alstom has signed a MoU with the Iranian government for the development of mainline and urban transport in the country. The agreement with Iran's Industrial Development & Renovation Organization (Idro) is in line with applicable laws and regulations, in the field of mainline and urban transport. The pact is aimed at initiating discussions for an industrial co-operation as well as train production and maintenance in Iran to better address the country's needs for mainline and urban transportation.