Alstom to Implement CBTC Systems with GoA4 Automation in Bangalore Metro

The French company Alstom, a renowned global leader in rail transport, has signed a contract with Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL) to develop and implement advanced Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems for the Bangalore Metro, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

This project, worth €96.2 million, covers several metro lines (2, 2A, 2B, and Reach 6) with a total length of 80.4 km, including 50 stations and three depots.

Key Aspects of the Contract

The contract includes not only the development and installation of the CBTC but also training of personnel and maintenance of the systems for five years.

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Additionally, platform screen doors will be installed at stations to enhance passenger safety.

As part of the CBTC deployment, primary and backup train control centers will be established to ensure uninterrupted and efficient system operation.

Innovation and Technology

The CBTC systems for the Bangalore Metro are designed by specialists at Alstom’s facility located in the same city, highlighting the local contribution to the project.

Fifty-three six-car metro trains, built by the Indian company BEML, will be equipped with onboard CBTC devices, enabling driverless operation at GoA4 automation level (fully automated train operation).

HealthHub Platform

A key component of the project will be the implementation of the HealthHub technological platform.

This platform is intended for organizing predictive maintenance of rolling stock and infrastructure based on their technical condition data. HealthHub will allow for the timely detection and resolution of potential faults, significantly enhancing the reliability and safety of the metro.

History of Collaboration between Alstom and BMRCL

The contract for implementing CBTC in the Bangalore Metro marks Alstom’s third project with BMRCL.

The first contract, signed in 2009, involved implementing signaling and communication systems over a 42 km stretch of the first phase of the metro, successfully completed in 2017.

The second contract, signed later, pertained to the electrification of a 33 km section of the second phase of the metro.

Development Prospects

The implementation of CBTC with GoA4 automation will open new horizons for the Bangalore Metro, making it one of the most modern and advanced in the world.

Increased efficiency and safety of train operations, improved infrastructure, and advanced maintenance technologies will ensure comfortable and safe travel for millions of passengers.

The Alstom and BMRCL project is a prime example of how modern technologies and international cooperation can transform urban transport, making it more convenient, safe, and efficient for all participants.

Photo: Alstom

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