MTR–CRRC Consortium wins major contract for Sydney Metro West Project

Sydney, Australia (Metro Rail Today): The Metro Trains West Consortium — a joint venture of Hong Kong’s MTR Corporation Limited and China’s CRRC Corporation Ltd. — has secured the prestigious Trains, Systems, Maintenance and Operations (TSMO) contract for Australia’s ambitious Sydney Metro West project.

The Sydney Metro West is a transformative 24 km fully underground metro corridor connecting Greater Parramatta with the Sydney Central Business District (CBD). Once completed, the project will double rail capacity between these two high-growth urban hubs and is expected to reduce travel time to nearly 20 minutes. The line will feature nine new metro stations and aims to be operational by 2032.

22-year end-to-end delivery and operations contract

Under the TSMO contract, the Metro Trains West Consortium will be responsible for both the delivery and long-term operation of the line. The contract includes:

• delivery phase responsibilities

• operations for 15 years after opening

• comprehensive maintenance services

Key scope of work

The consortium’s responsibilities will cover:

• Next-generation rolling stock: Supply of 16 fully automated, driverless metro trains

• Advanced systems: Deployment of modern signalling, communications and control systems

• System integration: Testing, commissioning and lifecycle maintenance of assets

This contract is expected to establish a new benchmark for driverless metro operations in Australia.

Strengthening MTR’s ‘Go Global’ strategy

MTR Corporation said the project reflects its strategic commitment to exporting its proven rail expertise to global markets. By combining MTR’s operational track record with CRRC’s advanced rolling stock technology, the consortium aims to deliver a world-class automated metro system.

MTR has already established its presence in Australia through operation of the Sydney Metro Northwest Line (Metro M1) since 2019. The line has achieved 98% passenger satisfaction, reinforcing confidence in expanding collaboration to the Sydney Metro West project.

A boost for sustainable mobility in New South Wales

The Sydney Metro West is one of the largest public transport investments undertaken in New South Wales. The project is expected to:

• increase public transport mode share

• reduce road congestion

• support new residential and commercial development

• improve environmental sustainability through mass rapid transit