Siemens & Network Rail: Great Western Signalling Modernisation

“Network Rail’s Great Western Main Line modernisation gets a boost! Siemens Mobility will deliver a new £350 million **signalling system** between Reading and Paddington, including ETCS Level 2.”

Siemens & Network Rail: Great Western Signalling Modernisation
November 18, 2016 8:43 pm
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Introduction

Network Rail has awarded Siemens Mobility a contract worth £350 million to deliver a new signalling system for the Great Western Main Line modernisation program, which will span from Reading to Paddington. The project will replace the existing life-expired signalling equipment.

Project Scope and Objectives

The contract covers the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the new signalling system. The objective is to replace the current signalling equipment between Reading and Paddington. The project scope includes the implementation of European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2, as well as the provision of a Traffic Management System (TMS).

Contract Details and Technology

Siemens Mobility is responsible for the overall delivery of the project, including all associated civils, power, and telecoms works. The contract value is £350 million. The new signalling system will utilize the latest ETCS Level 2 technology. The project also incorporates a TMS to optimize traffic flow. The new signalling system will utilise the latest ETCS Level 2 technology.

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Implementation and Timeline

The project is part of the Great Western Main Line modernisation. The project’s implementation will involve a phased approach, with specific timelines for different sections of the route. The project’s full implementation is expected to enhance the railway’s capacity and improve overall operational efficiency. The project is expected to bring the route into the 21st century by updating the signalling to the latest standards.

Conclusion

Siemens Mobility has been awarded a £350 million contract by Network Rail to deliver a new signalling system between Reading and Paddington as part of the Great Western Main Line modernisation. This project includes the implementation of ETCS Level 2 and a TMS.

Company Summary

Siemens Mobility: Siemens Mobility is responsible for the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the new signalling system.

Network Rail: Network Rail awarded the contract to Siemens Mobility.

Technology

ETCS Level 2: European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 is being implemented as part of the new signalling system.

TMS: Traffic Management System (TMS) will be provided as part of the project.

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