United Kingdom
London: Upgrading metro performance
The London Underground – the world’s first metro – handles more than 1.2 billion passenger journeys every year. SelTrac® CBTC is playing a major role in the transformation of the network with enhanced train frequency, increased capacity and a better regulated service. 36km is now equipped for fully automated operation. Re-signalling of the Jubilee Line was delivered in time for the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Additionally, Thales is first worldwide to have accomplished a re-signalling project to CBTC. This was for the Docklands Light Rail en 1995.
Manchester Metrolink
With four new lines tripling the size of the original network, the Manchester Metrolink is the largest overground light rail system operating in the UK and one of the largest urban tramways in Europe. It currently covers 76.8 kilometres and serves 73 stops, offering Greater Manchester a sustainable transport alternative for growing numbers of commuters and families.
Thales is the technology behind the Manchester Metrolink. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) selected the Thales Tram Management System for the five-year upgrade programme. In 2013, we celebrated the launch of the new Greater Manchester Metrolink line to Ashton-under-Lyne, once again, delivered ahead of schedule.