Bangalore Metro extends further with Phase-2A and 2B as Hitachi Rail wins AFC contract, improving airport connectivity and enhancing convenience to passengers through latest smart ticketing integration.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Bangalore Metro expansion and Hitachi Rail AFC contract
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Bangalore Metro project scope and contract details

Hitachi won the contract to provide Automatic Fare Collection system of Phase-2A and 2B. Scope is design, manufacture, supply, installing, testing, and integration into exising infrastructure.

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They consist of the 18 km Blue Line from K.R. Puram to Silk Board and a 37 km airport link from Kempegowda International Airport to Bengaluru city. They add a total of 17 new metro stations.

BMRCL gave a deadline of 441 days to complete. Bidding saw five companies getting attracted. Through technical scrutinization, Hitachi Rail made its bid of $9.1 million lower than all others, including TVM Signalling and Transportation Systems which bid $11.8 million.

Bangalore Metro connectivity and its economic benefit

The expansion facilitates easier access to the airport as well as travel time between business corridors and central districts. Faster boarding along with contactless payment and integration across metro corridors will facilitate life for commuters.

Companies look forward to better logistics and commuter streamlining, and real estate and tourism benefit from improved airport access. Suppliers, construction businesses, as well as technology partners from all of India, also have opportunities from this project.

Urban analysts emphasize that the project supports India’s sustainable mobility goals. Because traffic congestion grows daily, expanding metro coverage reduces reliance on private vehicles and supports smart, eco-friendly transport choices.

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What is the Bangalore Metro Phase-2 project?

It is an expansion covering Phase-2A and 2B with 55 km of new routes and 17 stations, including a direct airport link.

Who won the AFC contract for Bangalore Metro?

Hitachi Rail secured the contract to deliver the Automatic Fare Collection system and integrate it with existing infrastructure.

How will Bangalore Metro Phase-2 benefit passengers?

It will shorten travel times, improve airport connectivity, and provide modern ticketing options such as contactless payments for smoother daily commutes.

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