Hitachi Rail has announced that it is investing almost C$30m in a new state-of-the art Canadian headquarters in Toronto, Ontario.
The new HQ will host Hitachi Rail’s Global Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) Competence Centre, which provides the engineering and technical expertise around the world. This new announcement builds on a C$100m commitment to develop SelTrac™ G9, the next generation of cutting-edge rail signalling technology from this new office.
The new headquarters spans 125,000 sq. ft. across 5.5 floors and will be the base for 1,100 Hitachi Rail employees and 100 paid interns. The office is located in Consilium Place in Toronto’s Scarborough district and is due to open officially in summer 2026.
As a LEED Silver and BOMA-certified building, the choice reflects Hitachi Rail’s commitment to operating in environmentally-friendly sites, in addition to providing sustainable rail solutions. The company is prioritising employee well-being by offering a gym, daycare and EV charging stations.
The new office boosts Toronto’s position as a hub for tech jobs and reinforces Canada’s status as a growing leader in rail technology. The investment underlines Hitachi Rail’s long-term commitment to Ontario and its position as the only Canadian domestic signalling provider.
Arnaud Besse, Chief Operating Officer, Hitachi Rail Canada, said: “This C$30m investment reinforces our commitment to Ontario and builds on our rail technology leadership in Canada. Our new state-of-the-art office will attract the next generation of new tech talent to Hitachi Rail. It will also be the hub for the next generation signalling technology that will increase capacity, improve reliability and reduce costs for transit systems around the world.”
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