Siemens Secures Landmark High-Speed Rail Signalling Contract
Siemens, part of a consortium, has won a Rs 4,100 crore contract from NHSRCL to design, install, and maintain advanced signalling for India's first high-speed rail. Siemens' portion involves implementing ETCS Level 2 technology over four years, with 15 years of maintenance, aligning with 'Make in India' initiatives.
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In a significant development for India's high-speed rail ambitions, Siemens, as part of a consortium, has secured a Rs 4,100 crore contract from the National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL). This marks a crucial step towards the implementation of the country's first high-speed rail project.
Siemens' share, valued at Rs 1,230 crore, involves the design, installation, and long-term maintenance of advanced signalling and telecommunications technologies. The company plans to implement the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 within the project, a globally recognized signalling standard already operational in over 50 nations.
The project is expected to unfold over four-and-a-half years, with Siemens committed to 15 years of maintenance, ensuring the system's lifecycle reliability. As Siemens' MD and CEO Sunil Mathur stated, this venture reflects the company's dedication to the 'Make in India' initiative and sustainable, future-ready mobility solutions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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