On Tuesday, Alstom reported a 9.8% rise in third-quarter sales on an organic basis, above analysts' estimates, as the group recorded an increase in orders received.

The TGV manufacturer posted third-quarter sales of 4.67 billion euros, while analysts were expecting an average of 4.49 billion euros, according to a Visible Alpha consensus.

Alstom also confirms its full-year outlook for the current financial year.

(Written by Etienne Breban; edited by Kate Entringer)