Alstom ETCS system is fully launched! Namo Bharat RRTS and Meirut Metro enter a new era of smart sig

Recently, Alstom, a global leader in intelligent and sustainable transportation solutions, announced that India's first regional rapid transit system (RRTS), the remaining section of the Namo Bharat corridor, has officially started commercial operation, while the Meerut Metro (Meerut Metro) has been put into operation at the same time. The system uses Alstom India's locally designed and manufactured trains and advanced ETCS hybrid L3 signaling solution based on LTE 4G network.

The opening includes the remaining part of the Delhi-Ghaziabad-Mehrut "New India" corridor – the New Ashok Nagar to Salekalekhan section (5.5 km), the Merut South to Modipuram section (21 km), and the Merut Metro section (21 km). The project is being implemented by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation of India (NCRTC).

Technological breakthrough: The world's first LTE 4G signaling ETCS hybrid Level 3 metro system

With the full line connected, the Merut Metro became the world's first metro system to adopt the European Train Control System (ETCS) hybrid three-level technology based on the LTE 4G network. This technological breakthrough will significantly improve system safety, operational efficiency, and operational flexibility.

The Melut Metro train is designed to reach speeds of 135 km/h and operate at a maximum speed of 120 km/h, making it one of the fastest urban metro systems in India.

Olivier Loison, Managing Director, Alstom India, said:

"With the full opening of the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and the commissioning of the Merut Metro, this state-of-the-art urban rail network will unlock growth potential between and within cities. We will do everything we can to support NCRTC in achieving this goal. ”

Made in India: Localized design and production

Designed by Alstom Hyderabad Engineering Centre and produced at the Safri plant in Gujarat, the train is 100% made in India, in line with the national vision of "Make in India" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat". The propulsion system and electrical equipment are produced at the Maneja plant in Gujarat.

Passenger-centric sustainable mobility solutions

The Merut Metro (MRTS) train is part of the Alstom Adesia™ commuter train platform and has:

• Overhead luggage rack

• Carriage information display system

• USB port for seats

• Wheelchair accessible space

• Medical stretcher space

• Emergency communication system

The trains are designed to meet international safety standards, with low life cycle costs and high recyclability, helping to alleviate traffic congestion, reduce air pollution and energy consumption. The Melut Metro is 21 kilometers long and has a total of 12 stations, 4 of which are seamlessly connected to Namo Bharat RRTS to enhance intercity and intracity transportation.

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