Perth Rail Network to Receive High Capacity Signalling Upgrade in EUR 1bn Alstom-DT Infrastructure Deal

Alstom and DT Infrastructure, a leading Australian provider of engineering and construction services, have been awarded a EUR 1bn contract by the Public Transport Authority of Western Australia (PTA) for the design, supply, construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of high capacity signaling technology for Perth’s suburban rail network.

The award of the contract, the world’s largest signaling project by route length, will be delivered by an Alliance comprising the Public Transport Authority, Alstom, and DT Infrastructure. It features the provision of Alstom’s Urbalis CBTC technology installed by DT Infrastructure’s expert local workforce.

Perth will become the third Australian city to deploy Alstom’s proven Urbalis CBTC signaling solution, joining around 190 other global metro lines featuring Alstom’s state-of-the-art solution. Once completed the project will provide Perth with a 40% increase in network capacity. The project will also be delivered with a dedicated plan to minimize disruption to Perth’s commuters during installation. Cutting-edge features include enhanced cyber security and energy saving and a new multipurpose communications system based on a private Long-Term evolution radio network.

"Western Australia is experiencing a rail renaissance with the recent first passenger service of Alstom’s C-series train, built locally in Bellevue. Now comes the investment in the world’s best signaling technology. Clearly, the West Australian government requires the best for the people of Perth. It is our privilege to deliver this, backed by our global expertise and local know-how, for Western Australia, continuing our long history of deep partnership with the State," said Pascal Dupond, Managing Director of Alstom Australia and New Zealand.

The High Capacity Signalling project is part of the METRONET program and secures 750 local jobs in Western Australia with a range of global Alstom and DT Infrastructure experts deploying internationally to Perth for the project. The project will also have a large focus on upskilling Public Transport Authority staff on the new signaling technology as well as a focus on the local supply chain, in particular for Aboriginal-operated businesses and employment opportunities.

DT Infrastructure Chief Executive Officer, Darren Crichton said: "With several METRONET projects nearing completion, Perth’s upgraded rail network means residents and visitors are more connected than ever before. The High Capacity Signalling program will ensure that this capability is fully utilized, running more trains more often. We’re delighted to be working with Alstom to deliver this remarkable project, drawing on our extensive experience optimizing and delivering improvements to passenger rail networks across Australia."

Source: Alstom Press Releases