Sebastien Gendron

Co-Founder and CEO @TransPod_Inc | Co-Founder @EpionicaMed | Dad, tennis player, sailer & many other things when I'm not at the office.

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

🚄 Breaking: TransPod + @AlgomaSteelInc + @SupremeSteel1 are partnering to build Canada’s first ultra-high-speed line (#Edmonton-#Calgary).

✅ 140k jobs
✅ $19.2B GDP boost
✅ 1.5–2M tonnes of 🇨🇦 steel
✅ 44% cheaper than flying

Full article 👇
https://t.co/RBbaktUoMQ

[Harvard University @Harvard]

“No government—regardless of which party is in power—should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.” - President Alan Garber https://t.co/6cQQpcJVTd

[NXT @nxt_conclave]

Mr. Sebastien Gendron shared his vision for the future of media and how it shapes our world at the NXT Conclave . #NxtConclave #TheFutureIsNxt #NxtConclave2025 #SeetheworldthroughNXT #NewsXworld #Nxtworld

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

.@KamalaHarris will be a president for all Americans. She actually cares about making your lives better. Donald Trump only thinks about himself.

I want you to remember this: if someone doesn’t respect you, they should not represent you. That’s not what you need in your life. And we don’t need Donald Trump leading our country for another four years.

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

How do we apply innovative ideas to megaprojects? 🚄

TransPod’s CTO, Dr. @DrRyanJanzen shares 3 key design principles for large-scale infrastructure:

1️⃣ Holistic Design
2️⃣ First Principles
3️⃣ Hierarchical Design
Watch the full video! 🎥👇
🔗 https://t.co/X6iI72jUQ5
#Engineering

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

On June 12-13, 2024, TransPod participated in the @2b_AHEAD annual summit in Leipzig, Germany. Our CEO and co-founder, @Sebastien_Gen, shared his visionary insights on AI’s transformative impact on mobility.

Watch Sebastien’s presentation here: https://t.co/ERYgeO39Gi

#FutureOfMobility #Innovation #Sustainability

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

The future of ultra-high-speed transportation is right around the corner, and if the work on display at the @cahyperloop competition last week was any indication, that future is bright.

Special congratulations to the top-winning student teams from the @UAlberta and @queensu! Their vehicle testbenches stood out and won several awards, presented by TransPod.

#FutureOfMobility #StudentInnovation #HyperloopGlobal

[Михайло Подоляк @Podolyak_M]

#Kharkiv. Weekend. Deliberate strike by a guided aerial bomb on a huge shopping center.

Certainly a brilliant #Putin "peace proposal" (sarcasm). We should definitely negotiate about something with #Russia (sarcasm).

It certainly doesn't make sense to attack Russian airfields and artillery that are on its own territory. Why? It would be an escalation (sarcasm). And is it fair to destroy the aggressor's military assets on the aggressor's territory if you can enjoy the destruction of a Ukrainian city every day (sarcasm).

And of course, no "passive shielding" of Ukrainian sky, no #NATO air defenses and planes that could shoot down genocidal Russian missiles in Ukraine's sovereign airspace. That would, after all, provoke Russia (sarcasm).

One question still remains: provoke Russia to do what, exactly, if it is now killing citizens of another country as deliberately as possible? Oh yes, we should quickly hold "negotiations", agree to the right of the maniacs to slaughter you, finally put an end to international law and forget about Kharkiv and hundreds of other Ukrainian cities. Brilliant plan. A truly "peaceful" plan (sarcasm)...

[Sebastien Gendron @Sebastien_Gen]

Our system focuses on carrying pallets and ULD containers. We aim to improve and decarbonate time-sensitive freight instead of standard freight with shipping containers, which can still take conventional trains.

[Rene Sugar @renesugar]

@Sebastien_Gen Do the dimensions allow using standard shipping containers for freight-only traffic?

TSB Cargo – Maglev railway for freight transport @maxboeglgroup

https://t.co/khSdfnS2f8

[Sebastien Gendron @Sebastien_Gen]

Creating a Metrolinx type of organization like in Toronto would fit quite well in the project we propose in Alberta since we don't plan to operate in our model.
@ABDanielleSmith, we would be happy to discuss the details at your convenience.

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

Alberta's new Passenger Rail Master Plan signals a deep commitment to improving the quality of life and boosting the economy in Alberta. TransPod’s own feasibility study for building an ultra-high-speed transportation system connecting Edmonton and Calgary — a trip that will take only 45 minutes — will create 140,000 jobs and add $19.2B to the region’s GDP throughout construction. In fact, we’ve already confirmed $550M USD to build it, and it won't cost taxpayers a dime.

We're excited to contribute to the development of transit systems in Alberta, starting with initiating construction of our test-track. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this journey together!

Watch this @CTVNews segment on Alberta’s passenger rail plan highlighting TransPod’s plans for the region:
https://t.co/hXybkZWpVo

#FutureOfMobility #AlbertaTransportation @ABDanielleSmith @DevinDVote @CityofEdmonton @cityofcalgary @YourAlberta @FlyYEG @CTVCalgary @calgary @EdmontonGlobal @FlyYYC

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

Join our CEO @Sebastien_Gen and host @ianbnet on the Innovators Inside Podcast as they explore the future of transportation and unravel Sebastien's entrepreneurial journey, unveiling the essential ingredients driving innovation at TransPod. Tune in now: https://t.co/W0HmZFsugr

#FutureOfMobility #FluxJet #Innovation

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

The scoop: TransPod’s ultra-high-speed tube transportation will boost business in Alberta.

TransPod’s co-founder and CEO @Sebastien_Gen sat down with @JessicaNgCBC and @MinDhariwal from @CBC's Radio Active to talk about TransPod’s plans in Alberta.

Check it out here: https://t.co/GysADqerRS
#FutureOfMobility #Innovation

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

On this #InternationalWomensDay, we commend the exceptional women propelling TransPod's mission of affordable and environmentally sustainable ultra-high-speed transportation. Special recognition to our engineer, Hoda, whose leadership in developing a groundbreaking communications system has significantly improved efficiency and precision in gathering performance data for the TransPod system. Congratulations on this remarkable accomplishment! #WomenInSTEM #Innovation #FutureOfMobility

[Air 106.1 & DiscoverAirdrie.com @AIR1061FM]

Are we one step closer to 'jet-speed' tube travel in the province? #alberta #highspeed #future
@TransPod_Inc
Click image for story 🔽🔽
https://t.co/aBcCRcefmP

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

Imagine a journey from Toronto to Montreal in just over an hour –

Our innovative system seamlessly combines the design of a plane with the functionality of a train, reaching speeds of over 1,000 km/h with eco-friendly, plasma-powered propulsion.

Seeking partnerships with industry giants like @DHLUS, @FedEx, and @amazon for transformative impact. Collaborating with Alberta on ultra-high-speed rail, targeting readiness by 2035. 🌐🚆

Read more from our interview with @CBC here: https://t.co/3omWyfcaSq

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

Exciting news from #TransPod featured on @blogTO!

With the closure of Hyperloop One, Toronto-based TransPod is spearheading the future of high-tech, high-speed train service. Our innovative system, powered by magnets and a plasma-based transmission, promises faster, eco-friendly travel! 🌎

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

Happy Holidays from TransPod!

As 2023 comes to a close, we're grateful for your support in our journey of innovation and progress in #transportation. From ultra-high-speed tech to sustainable solutions, together, we’re shaping a future without limits. Wishing you joy, warmth, and moments with loved ones. Excited for new achievements in 2024! 🎉

Thank you for being part of our journey.

#FutureOfMobility #HappyHolidays #Innovation #Sustainability #Community

[CanadianSME Small Business Magazine @canadian_sme]

Exciting News! @TransPod_Inc is a Nominee for the Startup Business of the Year at the CanadianSME Business Awards 2023! This innovative company is at the forefront of revolutionizing transportation. Their commitment to developing ultra-high-speed, affordable, and sustainable transport solutions aligns with the urgent need for a fossil fuel-free society. TransPod's groundbreaking work addresses the ever-growing demand for quick and environmentally friendly transport, providing a glimpse into a cleaner, faster, and more connected future. Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement as TransPod leads the way in transforming how we move!

#CanadianSMEAwards2023

@RBC @UPS_Canada @Xero @Zoho

[Sebastien Gendron @Sebastien_Gen]

@lepopulaire_fr "Oh, c'est simple ! Les escargots locaux ont formé un syndicat et refusent de quitter la piste d'essai. Ils revendiquent des droits sur la voie rapide. 🐌 #RévolutionEscargot #HyperloopProblems"

@OChapperon, depuis quand @lepopulaire_fr a arrêté de faire du journalisme???

[TransPod Inc. @TransPod_Inc]

As we follow the updates coming out of @COP28 and continue our journey toward meeting the 1.5-degree threshold, radical innovation has never been more important. The impact of @SegByDesign’s proposal on CO2 emissions would be significant. For example, just the Toronto-Montreal TransPod line would result in the reduction of 784,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.

We’re in the midst of work in #Alberta that will reduce CO2 emissions by 636,000 tonnes per year, equivalent to the amount of carbon sequestered by 780,000 acres of forest per year, which is roughly 4 times larger than the entire city of Calgary.

@SegByDesign reminds us—prioritize existing transit networks, AND continue #innovating to effect real change that is #sustainable, affordable, and brings communities closer together.

@blogTO @UNEP #ClimateAction #FutureOfMobility #UniteActDeliver #COP28
https://t.co/v1B2JXB8dk