Hitachi Rail Boosts Lisbon’s Cascais Line with Major Upgrade
01.03.2025
Hitachi Rail Secures Major Upgrade Contract for Lisbon’s Cascais Line. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Hitachi Rail wins a deal and upgrades telecom and passenger systems in Lisbon. The Cascais Line benefits as the company partners with Infraestruturas de Portugal.
Hitachi Rail Enhances Passenger Experience
Infraestruturas de Portugal awards the company a contract to boost service quality and safety. This upgrade targets telecommunications and passenger information systems on a key route.
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The firm expands its existing agreement and introduces advanced ETCS Level 2 technology. Engineers collaborate with SISINT and Conecticabo to deliver real-time train service updates.
The new system supports multimedia formats and ensures compatibility with future communication innovations. Technicians equip all Cascais Line stations with a fully automated information network.
Beyond passenger systems, the company revamps telematics, including data networks and energy controls. This project, launched in Q4 2024, also upgrades SCADA systems for functionality.
Experts leverage their expertise in brownfield projects and prioritize reliability in railway operations. The firm drives modernization and enhances safety across the Cascais Line infrastructure.
Hitachi Rail Transforms Rail Infrastructure
Portugal recognizes the company’s legacy, and it builds on decades of successful collaboration. Since the 1990s, it has supported Infraestruturas de Portugal with operational solutions.
The company manages 70% of Portuguese rail traffic through the Lisbon Control Centre. The Cascais Line project joins ventures like Sines, Évora, and Beira Alta.
Innovators pioneer ETCS Level 2 signalling and strengthen Portugal’s international rail corridors. Hitachi Rail adapts this technology for the Cascais Line and boosts efficiency.
In June 2024, the firm acquires Thales’ Ground Transportation Systems for €1,660 million. This move expands its global reach and enhances signalling expertise worldwide.
The company also upgrades the Paris-Lyon high-speed line with next-generation digital technology. Engineers integrate computerized interlocking systems and set new industry standards.
This Cascais Line contract underscores a commitment to innovation and passenger satisfaction daily. The company blends advanced tech and local partnerships for seamless travel.
Modernization efforts promise smoother travel and elevate Lisbon’s rail network to new heights. Commuters and operators trust the firm’s solutions for years to come.
Source: www.railadvent.co.uk
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