Hitachi Rail Marks Breakthrough in London Signalling Upgrade

Hitachi Rail has reached a major milestone in London’s Four Lines Modernisation project by completing its most complex signalling deployment to date at Neasden Depot. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Hitachi Rail Executes Complex Integration at Neasden

Hitachi Rail successfully implemented its Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system across Neasden Depot, the largest facility on the London Underground.

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The work required seamless coordination between legacy signalling and CBTC, along with real-time interface testing with the Jubilee Line’s SelTrac™ system.

Despite its complexity, the deployment ensured uninterrupted service for passengers across Circle, District, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines.

Clarke Walker, Project Director at Hitachi Rail UK, said the delivery involved real-time data synchronisation and multi-line switching without disrupting operations.

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This success forms part of one of the world’s most extensive signalling upgrades, covering nearly 40% of the London Underground system.

Hitachi Rail’s digital automation is improving train frequency, reliability, and passenger safety through modernised infrastructure and technology.

Andy Bell, Vice President at Hitachi Rail UK, credited the accomplishment to technical precision and close collaboration with Transport for London.

Peter McNaught, TfL’s Director of Operational Readiness, confirmed the phase marks another step toward faster, more frequent service for millions of commuters.

Source: railuk.com

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