Bangkok – New Era of Rail-Bound Rapid Transit

Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA), Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) and CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited have officially implemented full passenger revenue service for the Blue Line Extension. In support of this project, Siemens Mobility integrated turnkey services delivered 35 three-car metro trains, installed the signaling, built the traction power supply, developed a passenger information system, implemented a SCADA system, provided depot workshop equipment, and instituted system integration by incorporating the telecommunications and platform screen door systems provided by ST Electronics Thailand into the project. In addition to delivering the overall project management, going forward, Siemens Mobility will also provide maintenance for 10 years. The fully completed Blue Line Extension adds 28-kilometers of track, 19 new stations, and an additional 35 three-car trains. The completed extension will now allow the Blue Line to carry approximately 500,000 passengers per day and seamlessly connects the Thonburi side of the Chao Phraya river to the rest of the city which suffers from traffic congestion.

Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) and CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited launched revenue service on a key section of the Blue Line Extension in late September. BEM is operating 14 new metro cars delivered by Siemens Mobility on the extension. This is the latest milestone of the turnkey project which include delivering 35 three-car metro trains, the signaling system, the traction power supply, passenger information system, SCADA, depot workshop equipment, system integration and project management as well as a 10-year maintenance contract for the line’s expansion project. The full Blue Line extension will be commissioned in spring 2020. 

Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) and CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited launched revenue service on a key section of the Blue Line Extension in late September. BEM is operating 14 new metro cars delivered by Siemens Mobility on the extension. This is the latest milestone of the turnkey project which include delivering 35 three-car metro trains, the signaling system, the traction power supply, passenger information system, SCADA, depot workshop equipment, system integration and project management as well as a 10-year maintenance contract for the line’s expansion project. The full Blue Line extension will be commissioned in spring 2020. 

Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) and CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited launched revenue service on a key section of the Blue Line Extension in late September. BEM is operating 14 new metro cars delivered by Siemens Mobility on the extension. This is the latest milestone of the turnkey project which include delivering 35 three-car metro trains, the signaling system, the traction power supply, passenger information system, SCADA, depot workshop equipment, system integration and project management as well as a 10-year maintenance contract for the line’s expansion project. The full Blue Line extension will be commissioned in spring 2020. 

The exterior design is a bold new interpretation of the established BTS design language. A black, horizontal band incorporating the side windows extends along the full length of the train. This graphic element features a peak in each door area, re-interpreting the established window shape in a dynamic and contemporary fashion. Thanks to well-positioned blue and red livery bands below and above the window zone, the visual identity of BTS is perceivable from any viewing angle and the trademark colors also remain clearly visible when the elevated train is viewed from ground level.

The cab area sports three-dimensionally sculpted surfaces, further enhancing the prominent graphics. Pointed lines give the front end a proud and determined look. The emergency door incorporates the BTS logo. Visually striking lighting areas are an integral part of the cab's design. The concept features LED technology. Each lighting element is able to change the lighting color from white to red, depending on the train's operating direction.

Siemens and Bozankaya have developed an interior design which combines high passenger capacities with a spacious, inviting and friendly ambience. Continuous handrails meet the highest ergonomic standards, while also reflecting the train's flowing exterior design. The flooring provides a visual distinction between entrance and seating/standing areas by means of different colors, thus improving passenger flow. Draught screens separating the areas feature a prominent BTS logo. Each seating area features seven adjacent seats. Wheelchair areas are easily identifiable by pictograms incorporated in the flooring. The standing areas now also feature perch seats.

Siemens and Bozankaya have developed an interior design which combines high passenger capacities with a spacious, inviting and friendly ambience. Continuous handrails meet the highest ergonomic standards, while also reflecting the train's flowing exterior design. The flooring provides a visual distinction between entrance and seating/standing areas by means of different colors, thus improving passenger flow. Draught screens separating the areas feature a prominent BTS logo. Each seating area features seven adjacent seats. Wheelchair areas are easily identifiable by pictograms incorporated in the flooring. The standing areas now also feature perch seats.

The first metro of 22 new four-car trains for Bangkok's Green Line extension has been manufactured and is ready for shipment to Thailand. Production of the train at the Bozankaya factory in Ankara, Turkey, began in April 2017. Today, just fourteen months later, Siemens, Bozankaya and Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC) are celebrating the roll-out of the first train. The metro train, weighing 140 tons, will begin its journey from the factory to the Turkish port of Borusan-Gemlik at the end of June. The entire distance from the factory to the train's final destination is around 15,000 kilometers and will take about six weeks. Arrival at the Thai port of Laem Chabang is scheduled for August 2018.

The first metro of 22 new four-car trains for Bangkok's Green Line extension has been manufactured and is ready for shipment to Thailand. Production of the train at the Bozankaya factory in Ankara, Turkey, began in April 2017. Today, just fourteen months later, Siemens, Bozankaya and Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC) are celebrating the roll-out of the first train. The metro train, weighing 140 tons, will begin its journey from the factory to the Turkish port of Borusan-Gemlik at the end of June. The entire distance from the factory to the train's final destination is around 15,000 kilometers and will take about six weeks. Arrival at the Thai port of Laem Chabang is scheduled for August 2018.

Interlink Communication Public Company Limited has awarded Siemens to deliver its Airval fully Automated People Mover for the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. The Airval will connect the current airport terminal with the new satellite terminal. Siemens is to deliver a total of six two-car trains and the Communication Based Train Control system (CBTC) for fully automated operation.

Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC) has placed an order with a consortium of Siemens and the Turkish public transportation vehicle manufacturer Bozankaya for the delivery of 22 four-unit metro trains. In addition, Siemens will take over their service and maintenance for 16 years. The trains will be manufactured at the Bozankaya factory in Ankara, Turkey. The Siemens scope includes the bogies, traction and braking systems, auxiliary systems, as well as the project management, development, construction and commissioning of the trains. Delivery of the first metro trains is scheduled in 2018, and the order will be completed in the following year. The trains will operate on the existing BTS (Skytrain) system and the Green Line extensions. (The picture shows a design impression.)

Siemens & Bozankaya's Consortium rolls out the first metro train for Bangkok's Green Line.

Interlink Communication Public Company Limited has awarded Siemens to deliver its Airval fully Automated People Mover for the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. The Airval will connect the current airport terminal with the new satellite terminal. Siemens is to deliver a total of six two-car trains and the Communication Based Train Control system (CBTC) for fully automated operation.

Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) and CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited are working with a consortium of Siemens and ST Electronics (Thailand) Limited to deliver rail technology for the extension of Bangkok’s Blue Line Metro. The scope of Siemens’ delivery includes 35 three-car metro trains, the signaling system, the traction power supply and complete equipment for the depot and workshop. In addition, Siemens will perform maintenance services of the transit system for a period of ten years. Commissioning of the line extension is planned for 2019-2020. When completed, BEM will be the transport operator for this line. 

Bangkok Expressway and Metro Public Company Limited (BEM) and CH. Karnchang Public Company Limited are working with a consortium of Siemens and ST Electronics (Thailand) Limited to deliver rail technology for the extension of Bangkok's Blue Line Metro. The scope of Siemens' delivery includes 35 three-car metro trains, the signaling system, the traction power supply and complete equipment for the depot and workshop. In addition, Siemens will perform maintenance services of the transit system for a period of ten years. Commissioning of the line extension is planned for 2019-2020. When completed, BEM will be the transport operator for this line.

Bangkok Mass Transit System Public Company (BTSC) has placed an order with a consortium of Siemens and the Turkish public transportation vehicle manufacturer Bozankaya for the delivery of 22 four-unit metro trains. In addition, Siemens will take over their service and maintenance for 16 years. The trains will be manufactured at the Bozankaya factory in Ankara, Turkey. The Siemens scope includes the bogies, traction and braking systems, auxiliary systems, as well as the project management, development, construction and commissioning of the trains. Delivery of the first metro trains is scheduled in 2018, and the order will be completed in the following year. The trains will operate on the existing BTS (Skytrain) system and the Green Line extensions.