Siemens wins Rs 773 crore orders for Nagpur Metro Phase 2 signaling and telecom systems Mumbai
Siemens Limited has secured two orders worth approximately ₹773 crore from Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MAHA-METRO) for the Nagpur Metro Rail Project Phase 2, including augmentation of Phase 1. The scope includes the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of advanced signaling and telecommunication technologies.
The orders cover deployment of Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) signaling and modern metro telecommunication systems across 32 stations and a 43.8 km stretch. The project aims to enhance train frequency, safety, energy efficiency, and passenger experience.
The execution timeline is approximately 42 months.
Rajeev Joisar, Head of Mobility Business at Siemens Limited, said, 'We are grateful to MAHA-METRO for their continued trust in us. This project will contribute significantly to the sustainable urban development of Nagpur and demonstrates Siemens' ability to deliver integrated, future-ready mobility solutions.'
The project further strengthens Siemens' position as a technology leader in urban mobility solutions in India, combining automation, digitalization, and sustainability.
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