ETCS signalling contract in Mexico for 300 km corridor

According to Railway-News, the ETCS signalling contract in Mexico is for the Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato corridor.

Siemens Mobility and Sonda México SA de CV will provide signalling and rail infrastructure technology.

Meanwhile, the project spans more than 300 kilometres of railway.

Also, it includes eleven passenger stations.

In addition, it forms part of a federal programme to modernise Mexico’s passenger rail network.

ETCS signalling contract in Mexico and project scope

Separately, the contract centres on ETCS Level 1.

This standardised signalling system is designed to improve safety.

At the same time, it supervises train speed and movement.

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It also supports more consistent operations.

For Siemens Mobility, this will be its first ETCS project of this kind in Mexico.

Under the agreement, Siemens Mobility will design, engineer, supply, install and commission the system.

For example, its scope includes wayside signalling.

It also includes an Operational Control Centre with a backup facility.

In addition, it includes SCADA systems for real-time infrastructure monitoring.

Siemens Mobility and TPS.plan software in Latin America

Meanwhile, Siemens Mobility says the company will introduce TPS.plan in Latin America.

This will be the software’s first time in Latin America.

HaCon developed the platform.

It is used to optimise timetables and rail operations through detailed infrastructure modelling.

Also, it enables the creation of conflict-free schedules.

It also gives stakeholders access to current planning data.

Separately, Sonda will provide telecommunications systems, closed-circuit television and civil works.

Marc Ludwig, Chief Executive Officer for Rail Infrastructure at Siemens Mobility, said:

This contract marks a significant milestone for Siemens Mobility, as it represents our first ETCS project in Mexico and the debut of our TPS.plan train planning software in Latin America. This project underscores our commitment to enhancing mobility and connectivity across the country. The Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato corridor will not only improve regional transport but will also support Mexico’s sustainable development goals by modernising its passenger rail infrastructure. We are proud to contribute to shaping the future of rail transport in Mexico.

Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato corridor and regional links

At the same time, the route is expected to strengthen connections.

It links the capital and the Bajío region.

This includes the states of Hidalgo, Querétaro and Guanajuato.

In addition, it is intended to support passenger mobility for commuters, students and workers.

It is also expected to contribute to regional economic activity.

More broadly, the scheme forms part of a wider effort to modernise Mexico’s rail systems.

It also reflects a broader shift towards digital and standardised technologies in railway operations.

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