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Indian Express
22-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Namo Bharat trains zip across 82-km Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor in trial run
The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has completed a successful timetable trial run of Namo Bharat trains across the entire 82-kilometre Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut corridor. During the trial run, the trains covered the distance from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram in under an hour. According to NCRTC, the trains maintained the maximum operational speed of 160 kmph and stopped at every station. Officials said the trial adhered to the planned schedule and demonstrated system readiness for full-scale operations. It said all systems, including the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 3 Hybrid signalling deployed over an LTE backbone, and Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) at all stations, functioned without any issues. 'This marks an operational milestone for India's first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS),' an NCRTC spokesperson said. 'With this successful trial, the corridor is moving closer to full commissioning.' The 23-km Meerut Metro section, which includes 13 stations, is being built on the same infrastructure as Namo Bharat trains. During the trial run, Meerut Metro trains also operated on the same tracks. Officials said this is the first instance in the country where a local metro is operating on the same infrastructure as a regional rapid system. The section includes 18 km of elevated and 5 km of underground alignments. At present, 55 km of the RRTS corridor — with 11 operational stations — is open to the public. Trial runs and final civil and systems works are progressing on the remaining 4.5 km stretch in Delhi (between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok Nagar), and the final 23 km in Meerut (between Meerut South and Modipuram). The Namo Bharat corridor, developed at a cost of over Rs 30,000 crore, is the first of several RRTS lines planned to connect parts of the National Capital Region. Once fully operational, the system is expected to reduce travel time and ease congestion between Delhi and nearby urban centres.
India.com
18-06-2025
- Business
- India.com
Good news India's first bullet train project... Siemens consortium bags contract for..., its worth...
Good news India's first bullet train project... Siemens consortium bags contract for..., its worth... Ahmedabad-Mumbai bullet train: In a major development in the India's first bullet train project between Ahmedabad and Mumbai a Siemens consortium has now been awarded the contract for signalling and telecom systems on the high-speed rail corridor by National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor, India's first bullet train project, is currently under construction, aiming to significantly reduce travel time between the two major cities. The project is expected to be completed by 2028. The contract is for implementing advanced signalling and telecommunication systems for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train initiative. Siemens will deploy European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2-based signalling and train control systems under the contract. These systems support train speeds up to 350 km/h, provide real-time monitoring, ensure continuous wireless connectivity and offer centralised traffic control capabilities. The ETCS Level 2 signalling standard has been successfully implemented across more than 50 nations worldwide. The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) serves as the organisation responsible for executing India's first high-speed bullet train project. 'The order valued at approximately Rs. 4,100 crores, includes Siemens Limited's share of Rs 1,230 crore for the design, installation, and long-term maintenance of advanced signaling and telecommunications technologies,' according to an official statement released by Siemens Limited. The statement further said, 'The project is expected to be executed over a period of 54 months, with Siemens providing 15 years of maintenance services, ensuring lifecycle reliability.''As a consortium, we are proud to partner with National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited, in the prestigious high-speed rail project. This project reflects our commitment to 'Make in India' and delivering technologies that promote sustainable and future-ready mobility,' Sunil Mathur, managing director and chief executive officer, Siemens Limited, said.
Hans India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Siemens consortium to equip India's first High-Speed Rail project with advanced signaling and telecommunication technologies
The consortium led by Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon Private Limited, Siemens Limited, and Siemens Mobility GmbH has been awarded a landmark contract by National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL)—the implementing agency for India's first High-Speed rail project. The order valued at approximately Rs. 4,100 crores, includes Siemens Limited's share of Rs. 1,230 crore for the design, installation, and long-term maintenance of advanced signaling and telecommunications technologies. The project is expected to be executed over a period of 54 months, with Siemens providing 15 years of maintenance services, ensuring lifecycle reliability. Under the scope, Siemens will implement European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2-based signaling and train control technologies. The technologies will be designed to support train operations at speeds up to 350 km/h, enabling real-time train supervision, continuous wireless communication, and centralized traffic management. Sunil Mathur, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Siemens Limited, said, 'As a consortium, we are proud to partner with National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited, in the prestigious high-speed rail project. This project reflects our commitment to 'Make in India' and delivering technologies that promote sustainable and future-ready mobility.'
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India's first bullet train project gets a boost! Siemens consortium bags contract for ETCS Level 2 signalling; order valued at Rs 4,100 crore
Siemens will deploy ETCS Level 2-based signalling and train control systems under the contract. (AI image) India's first bullet train project between Ahmedabad and Mumbai is on track despite several delays. A Siemens consortium has now been awarded the contract for signalling and telecom systems on the high-speed rail corridor by National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited. The consortium comprising Dineshchandra R Agrawal (DRA) Infracon Private Limited, Siemens Limited and Siemens Mobility GmbH has secured the contract for implementing advanced signalling and telecommunication systems for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train initiative. Siemens will deploy European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2-based signalling and train control systems under the contract. These systems support train speeds up to 350 km/h, provide real-time monitoring, ensure continuous wireless connectivity and offer centralised traffic control capabilities. The ETCS Level 2 signalling standard has been successfully implemented across more than 50 nations worldwide. Also Read | Great news for waitlisted passengers! Indian Railways starts trial for train charts; get to know status of your ticket 24 hours before departure The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) serves as the organisation responsible for executing India's first high-speed bullet train project. "The order valued at approximately Rs. 4,100 crores, includes Siemens Limited's share of Rs 1,230 crore for the design, installation, and long-term maintenance of advanced signaling and telecommunications technologies," according to an official statement released by Siemens Limited. The statement further said, "The project is expected to be executed over a period of 54 months, with Siemens providing 15 years of maintenance services, ensuring lifecycle reliability." "As a consortium, we are proud to partner with National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited, in the prestigious high-speed rail project. This project reflects our commitment to ' Make in India ' and delivering technologies that promote sustainable and future-ready mobility," Sunil Mathur, managing director and chief executive officer, Siemens Limited, said. Also Read | New Tatkal ticket booking rules 2025: Indian Railways announces compulsory Aadhaar authentication from July 1; what it means for passengers Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor: Siemens Consortium Secures ₹4,100 Crore Signalling Deal for Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train, ET Infra
Advt ETCS Level 2 to support 350 km/h operations By , ETInfra The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) has awarded a ₹4,100-crore contract to a consortium comprising Dineshchandra R Agrawal Infracon, Siemens, and Siemens Mobility GmbH. The contract covers the signalling and telecommunications systems for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor , a key component of India's National Rail Plan the total order value, Siemens's share stands at ₹1,230 crore. The company will be responsible for the design, installation, and long-term maintenance of European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2-based signalling and train control technologies. The execution period is 54 months, with Siemens also tasked with providing maintenance services for 15 ETCS Level 2 system to be deployed by Siemens is designed to support train operations at speeds up to 350 km/h. It enables real-time train supervision, continuous wireless communication, and centralised traffic management. ETCS Level 2 is currently operational in more than 50 the contract award, Sunil Mathur, managing director and CEO of Siemens, said, 'As a consortium, we are proud to partner with National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited, in the high-speed rail project. This project reflects our commitment to ' Make in India ' and delivering technologies that promote sustainable and future-ready mobility.'
