San Francisco opts for Thales train control

Thales has been awarded a US$24.7 million contract by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) for the design and construction of advanced train control technology for the new Central Subway project, a 1.7 mile extension of the existing T Line. The company will supply its field-proven SelTrac communications based train control (CBTC) technology for the project, a solution designed to improve transit options for residents in one of the city’s most densely populated neighbourhoods, provide
October 21, 2014 Read time: 2 mins
596 Thales has been awarded a US$24.7 million contract by the 4802 San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) for the design and construction of advanced train control technology for the new Central Subway project, a 1.7 mile extension of the existing T Line.

The company will supply its field-proven SelTrac communications based train control (CBTC) technology for the project, a solution designed to improve transit options for residents in one of the city’s most densely populated neighbourhoods, provide a rapid transit link to a burgeoning technology and digital-media hub, and improve access to a premier commercial district and tourist attraction.

For SFMTA, the solution provides maximum performance in terms of headways, passenger throughput and energy conservation. It monitors the position of each train to a high degree of accuracy, which allows faster response times, more tightly controlled movements, and easier expandability and adaptability. In addition, the solution offers the opportunity to lower life-cycle costs and increase revenue by moving more people more quickly. For passengers, the BTC system will result in safe operations and a more predictable commute.

Thales already supplies automatic train control technology for the Market Street subway in the SFMTA system and says the award of this contract will ensure seamless integration and interoperability within the SFMTA subway environment.

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