Our business secures agreement for the upkeep and modernization of the Seville Metro's signaling apparatus.
Announcement:
Hey there! Guess what? Alstom and Metro de Sevilla have gotten into a snazzy agreement! This deal's all about maintaining and modernizing the signaling systems of that beautiful Seville Metro. You heard it right — Alstom's the one keeping that Metro running smoothly and safely.
So, what does this agreement entail? Well, it covers every nitty-gritty of the signaling systems, from the good ol' trackside equipment (signals, track circuits, point machines, and technical rooms) to the spiffy onboard equipment of the trains themselves.
The contract also involves updates to crucial components like interlockings, hardware, tools, and spare parts. And let's not forget about the modernized onboard equipment and the Driver-Machine Interface to improve maintainability and safety. That's not all! The tech geniuses at Alstom will be providing periodic training to Metro de Sevilla's staff to ensure they're on top of their game.
The goal? A safer and more reliable Seville Metro line! Luciano Barbieri, Alstom's honcho in Spain and Portugal, had this to say: "We've partnered with Metro de Sevilla for over a decade, and we're thrilled to seal this new deal, continuing our long-standing relationship as their go-to tech provider."
Jorge Maroto, the big boss at Metro de Sevilla, chimed in, "Thanks to Alstom, we'll be investing in our signaling systems to ensure they keep running like a well-oiled machine for years to come. This contract reflects our commitment to delivering top-quality, safe operations to passengers."
By the way, if you're new here, have a quick refresher: Metro de Sevilla's a snazzy company responsible for Line 1 of the Seville Metro, first opened in 2009. They serve an estimated crowd of 230,000 and are major players in the area's communication game. They're owned by Globalvia (88.23%) and the Junta de Andalucía (11.77%) and boasted nearly 23 million passengers in 2024.
Oh, and if you didn't know, Alstom's got over three decades of experience in deploying cutting-edge urban signaling systems. Their products are serving more than 270 lines worldwide, with 100 of them driverless, spread across major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Paris, Shanghai, and more.
So, there you have it! Alstom's the lead tech partner for Metro de Sevilla, with a long history of reliable service. Stay tuned for more updates!
(Sources: 1 - press release; 2 - company statement; 3 - interview with Luciano Barbieri )
- This new maintenance and modernization contract between Alstom and Metro de Sevilla focuses on enhancing the sustainability of the public-transit system by updating and improving the signaling systems, enhancing its technological capabilities.
- The agreement, spanning various aspects of the signaling systems, includes the maintenance of trackside equipment, onboard equipment, and crucial components like interlockings, hardware, tools, and spare parts, ultimately fostering a more reliable transportation system.
- In collaboration with Metro de Sevilla, Alstom will work on equipping the trains with modernized onboard equipment and the Driver-Machine Interface, promoting both maintainability and safety within the finance-backed public-transit industry.
- As part of the agreement, Alstom will provide periodic training to Metro de Sevilla's staff to keep them up-to-date with the latest technologies in mobility and transportation, ensuring they can maintain the improved signaling systems effectively.
- By teams working together on this project, the goal is to develop a more efficient, sustainable, and safe public-transit system that can continue to meet the growing demands of Seville's population and contribute to the growth of the city's transportation technology industry.
