Urban transport news – Page 93
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NewsMetro technology co-operation accord
SINGAPORE: SMRT Trains is to collaborate with Alstom to explore a range of emerging technologies with potential applications in the metro sector. The collaboration will draw on SMRT Trains’ operational experience and Alstom’s global research and development resources. The companies plan to investigate the use of 3D-printing ...
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Metro Report InternationalIndigenous CBTC to support driverless metro and train operation in India
INDIA: Delhi Metro Rail Corp has signed memorandum of understanding with Bharat Electronics Ltd for the joint development of Indigenous Communication-based Train Control to support driverless train and metro operation. i-CBTC is seen as ‘an important milestone in India’s journey towards self-reliance in rail and metro ...
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Metro Report InternationalAlstom to supply 312 cars for Delhi metro extensions
INDIA: Delhi Metro Rail Corp has awarded Alstom a €312m contract to design, manufacture and commission 312 cars as part of the network’s Phase IV expansion programme.
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NewsHitachi Rail awarded Manila commuter railway E&M contract
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Transportation has awarded Hitachi Rail a turnkey contract to supply electrical and mechanical systems including track and ETCS Level 2 for a section of the North South Commuter Railway project. The ¥114bn contract CP04 announced on November 17 is being funded by ...
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Metro Report InternationalPerm tramway modernisation concession awarded
RUSSIA: A 30% increase in the commercial speed of tram services in Perm is expected following the award of a 20-year PPP concession for modernisation of the network. The local government has signed a contract with Movista Regions covering the reconstruction of 35 km of route ...
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NewsOperators team up to introduce common maps
SWITZERLAND: In a bid to make use of public transport easier, operators in the area at the western end of Lac Léman have published maps of their individual networks based on common design standards. Local rail, tram, bus and lake shuttle and steamer services in Genève, ...
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Metro Report InternationalApp to make Hong Kong transport more inclusive
CHINA: Hong Kong’s transport operator has launched the MTR·Care app which is designed to make travel more convenient for passengers with special requirements. A ‘simplified and elderly-friendly’ trip planner includes larger text and graphics, voice input, auto-setting of frequently visited stations, easy-to-understand route suggestions and recommended ...
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Metro Report InternationalWashington metro reaches Dulles International Airport
USA: The 18·3 km extension of the Washington metro Silver Line from Wiehle-Reston East to Dulles International Airport and Ashburn was opened for revenue service on November 15. ‘Dulles was already known for the many direct flights it offers to and from destinations across the country ...
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NewsMore Ivolga EMUs ordered to work Moscow Central Diameter lines
RUSSIA: Moscow Metro has signed a contract with Metrowagonmash for the supply of 35 electric multiple-units to operate the capital’s next two Central Diameter regional express lines.
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Metro Report InternationalTransport for London to award fare collection operation and expansion contract
UK: Transport for London has begun procurement for the Project Proteus contract to operate, maintain and expand its fare collection systems, which envisages a number of changes to the business. The contract has an estimated value of £800m over a seven-year term, which will start when ...
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Metro Report InternationalUrban transport industry news round-up
This week’s round-up of news from the urban transport sector.
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Metro Report InternationalFormer Prime Minister Jean Castex named RATP CEO
FRANCE: The RATP supervisory board has confirmed the appointment of former Prime Minister Jean Castex as the new Chief Executive of the Paris transport operator, replacing Catherine Guillouard who stepped down at the end of September. Now 57 years old, Castex served as Prime Minister of ...
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NewsProtocol to support completion of the Roma railway ring
ITALY: Infrastructure manager RFI has signed a protocol with the Prefecture of Roma aimed at facilitating the completion of the orbital ring railway around the capital. Completing the ring line has been one of RFI’s top priorities for more than a decade, and the scheme has ...
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Metro Report InternationalSantiago de los Caballeros monorail contract signed
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC: The Monotel SDC consortium has been awarded a 36-month contract to provide construction supervision and commissioning services for the monorail under construction in Santiago de los Caballeros. The line will run 16 km from Cienfuegos in the northwest of the country’s second largest city to ...
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Metro Report InternationalChennai Metro Phase II train contract awarded
INDIA: Chennai Metro Rail has awarded Alstom a €98m contract to design and supply 26 three-car Metropolis trainsets for the future Orange Line Being built under Phase II of the Chennai metro programme, the 1 435 mm gauge Orange Line will run for 26 km from ...
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Metro Report InternationalSingapore’s Thomson-East Coast Line extended by 13 km
SINGAPORE: The 13·2 km third stage of the Thomson-East Coast Line was inaugurated on November 13, linking Caldecott with Gardens by the Bay. Free travel was offered on November 11, enabling people to try the line before the official opening. More than 180 000 households are within ...
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Metro Report InternationalAnti-bacterial option added to hanging strap range
AUSTRIA: Plastics manufacturer Faigle Kunststoffe has introduced an antibacterial version of hanging straps in an effort to encourage passengers to use them without fear of coming into contact with potentially harmful bacteria. The additive is compatible with the supplier’s full range of colours and designs. It ...
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Metro Report InternationalNantong joins the Chinese metro club
CHINA: The city of Nantong has become the 46th in China to open a metro network, inaugurating its first line on November 10.
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Metro Report InternationalKRRI’s V2X tram completes 600 km of autonomous test running
SOUTH KOREA: Korea Railroad Research Institute has completed 600 km of test running with its V2X ‘Vehicle to Everything’ catenary-free tram.
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Metro Report InternationalCBTC to boost capacity on Hamburg U-Bahn lines U2 and U4
GERMANY: Hamburger Hochbahn has awarded a contract to Siemens Mobility for the installation of communications-based train control on the cross-city route shared by U-Bahn lines U2 and U4.