Preparing an Innovative and Sustainable IT Strategy for RATP Dev’s Australian Ambition
RATP Dev, the international branch of the renowned Paris metro operator RATP, brings over 35 years of expertise in automated metro systems. As part of its mission to shape the future of urban mobility, RATP Dev is actively pursuing long-term rail contracts in major cities across the globe.
Its strategic presence in Australia reflects a global commitment to innovation and resilience, with ambitions to develop sustainable, data-driven transport solutions rooted in cybersecurity and environmental responsibility—core values embedded in RATP Dev’s DNA. Among its flagship projects is a fully automated metro line connecting Sydney’s new international airport to the city center.
A strategic partnership with Onepoint group
To support its global expansion in Australia, RATP Dev partnered with Onepoint group, an IT specialist, to develop a technology strategy aligned with its long-term vision. As a trusted partner, Onepoint group provides the expertise needed to drive RATP Dev’s growth by delivering complex sustainable mobility projects, while staying true to the company’s core values: innovation, resilience, and future-focused design.
Our goal is to bring a long-term vision to rail operations in Australia, with a focus on cybersecurity, data management, and resilience.
Meeting the Challenges of Australian Expansion
Expanding into Australia presents unique challenges: anticipating technological needs for the next 10 to 15 years, meeting strict cybersecurity standards, and managing time zone differences and skill gaps. “We had to deliver a long-term vision and manage the complexity of integrating cybersecurity, data management, and a global IT strategy within very tight deadlines,” explains Fabien. In collaboration with Onepoint group, RATP Dev designed an integrated IT solution that meets these requirements while staying true to its operational DNA.
A Rigorous Selection Process
RATP Dev’s network played a key role in the selection process, which included drafting a detailed set of specifications followed by technical and commercial evaluations. The main criteria included technical expertise, a strong working relationship and shared values, occasional proficiency in French to simplify communication with headquarters, experience and understanding of the Australian market, as well as secondary but important financial considerations.
We needed a partner with diverse expertise and a deep understanding of the market.
A tailored and integrated IT solution
Onepoint group delivered a comprehensive IT solution acting as a central point of contact across various operational and construction teams to provide a unified, end-to-end approach. This method helped break down silos and ensured strategic consistency at all levels. “This integrated approach was valuable, reducing points of contact and ensuring a coherent strategy,” notes Fabien. Onepoint’s ability to challenge assumptions and offer alternative perspectives strengthened RATP Dev’s vision for a resilient, data-driven transport infrastructure.
Tangible and lasting results
The collaboration exceeded RATP Dev’s expectations: the Onepoint team met deadlines and maintained high quality standards despite the complexity and constraints. The solution enabled reliable, cross-functional IT management—critical for RATP Dev’s future operations. “Onepoint’s ability to meet our deadlines while maintaining high standards was crucial to the project’s success,” emphasizes Fabien. He also highlights the team’s positive mindset and partnership spirit.
A promising collaboration for the future
Onepoint’s integrated and collaborative approach, combined with their technical excellence, truly made a difference for us. We look forward to working together again in the future.
This case study illustrates how Onepoint’s tailored IT solutions and collaborative mindset provided RATP Dev with a solid foundation to support its long-term ambitions in Australia.
The project was led by Onepoint group’s APAC teams.