Transdev documentary: France’s first regional train line Marseille–Toulon–Nice opened to competition

Описание: “Everything Changes Except the View” tells from the inside the story of a historic transformation: the first regional railway line in France to open to competition. For the first time, Transdev opens its doors and reveals the behind‑the‑scenes of a human, technical and territorial project of unprecedented scale: the commissioning and operation of the Marseille – Toulon – Nice line.

For several months, our teams followed the women and men who made this adventure possible: drivers, maintenance technicians, station staff, line managers, railway experts, project directors, TRSI employees… All of them contributors to a project that is redefining the mobility landscape in the Southern region.

A unique look at a new railway entrant in France
At a time when the French rail sector is entering a new era, this documentary shows how Transdev took on an unprecedented challenge: building a complete operational organisation, receiving the first trains, creating a shared culture, handling the unexpected, and delivering on one promise — offering passengers a renewed experience on an emblematic Mediterranean line.

Through their testimonies, their achievements and sometimes their doubts, “Everything Changes Except the View” reveals a profoundly human story, built on commitment, passion and responsibility. A collective journey where every detail matters, from team training to the preparation of the first departures, including behind‑the‑scenes coordination and the specific challenges of a unique territory.

This film offers full immersion at the heart of a profound transformation, following the teams closely to show the construction of a new railway operating model and the operational challenges of a large‑scale launch. It also highlights essential relationships with institutional partners and the region, as well as the project’s progressive ramp‑up toward the big day. At every step, the energy, dedication and emotion of those who bring the line to life shine through.

This documentary showcases a genuine internal transformation driven by the pride and cohesion of the teams, while positioning Transdev as a major alternative player in the French railway sector. It also underlines the importance of public service, reliability and customer experience, while exploring the challenges of a market undergoing progressive liberalisation and the opportunities it creates.

Discover a rare testimony on the evolution of a sector in motion, where innovation, precision and human commitment come together.

– Credits –
“Everything Changes Except the View” – 2025
A film produced by Transdev with the agency Eléphant
Filmed on the Marseille – Toulon – Nice line
With the participation of the Southern Region, its President Mr. Renaud Muselier and his teams, as well as the operational, technical and TRSI project teams and Transdev railway teams.
And Frédéric Wiscart, President of Alstom France Belgium Luxembourg, and the NGE teams.

ENG Version with subtitles