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Press Release09 August 2022Siemens AGMumbai
Siemens consortium secures Signaling and Telecommunication order for Kolkata Metro
The consortium
of Siemens Limited India and Siemens Mobility GmbH has secured an order from
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), a Listed Mini Ratna Category I Schedule A CPSE
under the Administrative control of Ministry of Railways, for signaling and
telecommunication of the Kavi Subhash-Biman Bandar Corridor (32 km) and
Joka-Esplanade Metro Corridor (16 km) of Kolkata Metro Line 3 & 6. Siemens’
CBTC solution will facilitate 100% punctuality, maximum network capacity,
energy savings and decreased headways while ensuring highest possible safety.
Sunil Mathur,
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Siemens Limited, said,
“Kolkata Metro has a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life and economic
growth of the city. As a leading provider of sustainable and efficient
transport systems, Siemens is proud to partner with RVNL and Kolkata Metro in
transforming the everyday life of the citizens of Kolkata.”
Siemens is also
engaged in electrification works for Kolkata Metro Line 3 & 6. Previously,
Siemens has equipped Kolkata Metro’s North-South corridor and East-West line
with TPWS signaling and rail electrification systems, respectively.
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