Alstom transforms Türkiye’s rail network with cutting-edge technology, delivering the first Rigid Overhead Catenary System for a new line. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Alstom transforms Türkiye’s rail network with cutting-edge technology, delivering the first Rigid Overhead Catenary System for a new line
Photo: Alstom

Alstom Leads Rail Innovation

Alstom, a global pioneer in sustainable mobility, partners with RESA Yapi Elektromekanik A.S. to supply the Rigid Overhead Catenary System (ROCS) for Türkiye’s Halkali-Kapikule high-speed railway.

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This 153 km Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) line will increase passenger capacity by 80% and freight by 45% in Istanbul. Designed in Valmadrera, Italy, the ROCS ensures efficient travel. Edoardo Gino, Site Director, highlights its role in connecting Europe globally.

The project features a 14 km double-track tunnel under residential areas and Lake Küçükçekmece. Valued at approximately $10 million (as of April 9, 2025), it showcases advanced engineering for modern transport solutions.

Alstom Unveils Advanced Technology

The ROCS, an aluminum-copper system, offers compact design and fire resistance, ideal for tunnels. Alstom’s Valmadrera site, with over a century of expertise, produces this efficient solution. It supports multiple voltages, ensuring versatility for sustainable rail networks worldwide.

Source: Alstom

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