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Alstom has launched the first two upgraded trains on Singapore's Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (BPLRT) line. The new trains mark the start of a major upgrade project for the BPLRT system, commissioned by Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) back in 2018.
The upgrade includes switching from the current Alstom Cityflo 550 fixed block rail control system to the more advanced Cityflo 650 Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) system. As part of the project, Alstom will provide 19 new Innovia APM 300R cars and retrofit 13 existing Innovia APM cars. The first of these new vehicles arrived in Singapore in April 2022 and underwent extensive testing before entering service.
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"With over 50 years of expertise in automated people mover systems, Alstom is committed to delivering advanced, eco-friendly, and reliable mobility solutions," said Yann Maixandeau, Managing Director, Singapore and Malaysia, Alstom. "The upgraded BPLRT trains will feature state-of-the-art technologies, ensuring a safer, more comfortable, and efficient journey for all passengers."
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The Innovia APM 300R trains use the advanced Cityflo 650 signaling system for faster, fully automated journeys. They also come with features like smart climate control, regenerative braking, and energy-efficient systems, prioritizing passenger comfort and safety. Additionally, the trains have automatically dimming windows for privacy, catering to the BPLRT’s residential surroundings.
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