Siemens, DB & ERTMS Level 2: German Rail Infrastructure Upgrade

“Siemens Mobility successfully deployed ERTMS Level 2 on the Bremerhaven-Bremen line, boosting capacity and efficiency. Learn how this upgrade modernized the German railway!”

Siemens, DB & ERTMS Level 2: German Rail Infrastructure Upgrade
June 3, 2017 8:43 pm
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Introduction

In March 2019, Siemens Mobility completed the installation of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) Level 2 on the 77 km-long section of the railway line between the port of Bremerhaven and Bremen, Germany. The project, commissioned by the German railway company Deutsche Bahn (DB), represents a significant advancement in railway signaling technology.

Project Overview

The ERTMS Level 2 installation, which took place over a period of two years, involved the retrofitting of existing infrastructure. This included the implementation of new electronic interlockings and the integration of the ETCS (European Train Control System) on a total of 100 locomotives. The project aimed to increase the capacity and efficiency of rail transport along this critical freight route.

Technical Specifications

The ETCS Level 2 system installed on the Bremerhaven-Bremen line includes a radio-based communication system between the train and the trackside equipment. This allows for continuous speed supervision and automatic train protection. Siemens Mobility provided the entire system, including the onboard units for the locomotives and the trackside equipment. The project also involved the construction of new signal boxes and the upgrading of existing infrastructure to accommodate the new technology.

Implementation and Benefits

The implementation of ERTMS Level 2 is expected to lead to a significant improvement in the operational efficiency of the railway line. This includes an increase in track capacity, reduced delays, and enhanced safety. The project is part of a broader initiative by Deutsche Bahn to modernize its railway infrastructure and to improve the competitiveness of rail transport. The successful completion of this project marks a major milestone in the digitalization of the German railway network. The project began in January 2017.

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Looking Ahead

This project, along with others like the upgrade to Cambridge North station, demonstrates the ongoing commitment to improving the efficiency and safety of railway operations. Siemens Mobility is actively involved in similar projects across Europe.

Conclusion

Siemens Mobility’s installation of ERTMS Level 2 on the Bremerhaven-Bremen line for Deutsche Bahn was completed in March 2019. The project, which began in January 2017, involved retrofitting the existing infrastructure. The upgrade included the integration of the ETCS on 100 locomotives. The goal of the project was to increase rail transport capacity and efficiency.

Company Summary

Siemens Mobility is a company focused on providing solutions for rail transport, including signaling systems and rolling stock. The company operates globally.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the primary railway operator in Germany, responsible for the operation and maintenance of the railway infrastructure.

Technology

ERTMS Level 2 is a radio-based train control system that enables continuous speed supervision and automatic train protection. It is a key component of the European Union’s initiative to create a unified railway system across Europe.

ETCS (European Train Control System) is a signaling system used on railways that enhances safety and allows for greater interoperability between different railway systems.

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