Thales signs Central Control and Communication contract for the extension of Sydney Metro to City & Southwest
Under this contract Thales will deliver the extension of Sydney Metro to City & Southwest City project by delivering globally proven technology in the Central Control & Communication solutions that have been successfully operating on the Sydney Metro North West project since May 2019. The Sydney Metro to City & Southwest extension will include a 15km greenfield line with 7 new stations and the conversion of the existing suburban line to metro standards, covering a further 13km, and revamping 11 existing stations. The project also includes the expansion of the current Sydney Metro Trains Facility at Rouse Hill, and a new trains facility at Sydenham. Thales’s Central Control System will ensure seamless rail operations, including the provision of real-time control mechanisms, and the integration and management of data from multiple third-party systems while providing a streamlined and holistic view of the entire network.
Thales’s Communication System will connect the public address and passenger information systems and CCTV via a centralised system. This fully integrated approach to information and security management will enhance the commuter’s journey by providing the information and reassurance necessary to enjoy a safe and timely rail experience.
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