Dec 1 (Reuters) - Downer EDI Ltd DOW.AX :
* CRRC's unit to manufacture & deliver trains for Downer while Downer will deliver through-life-support of trains
* Downer awarded sydney growth trains contract
* Contract is valued at approximately $1.7 billion
* Contract for an order of 24 double deck trains, with options for up to 45 additional sets Source text for Eikon: ID:nASXbf5XbD Further company coverage: DOW.AX