Siemens-RVNL JV sign two electrification contracts for Ahmedabad & Surat Metro projects

Ahmedabad, India (Metro Rail Today): The Gujrat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRC) awarded two major contracts worth Rs 1,057.46 crore to the joint venture of Siemens Ltd and Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd (RVNL) for supply and installation of electrification systems for Ahmedabd Metro Phase 2 and Surat Metro Rail Phase 1 on 20th April 2023.

"Siemens Limited, as part of a consortium along with Rail Vikas Nigam Limited, received two separate orders from Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Limited (GMRCL). Siemens Limited’s share as part of the consortium is Rs. 678 crore," said Siemens Ltd.

The orders are for Surat Metro Phase 1 (over 40 kilometers covering 38 stations and 2 depots) and Ahmedabad Metro Phase 2 (over 28 kilometers covering 23 stations and 1 depot). Siemens Limited will provide project management, rail electrification technologies, including advanced power supply and distribution systems. In addition, Siemens Limited will also be providing advanced digital solutions such as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) solution for both metros.

“Siemens takes great pride in being an integral part of the development of Gujarat’s public transportation system through these landmark metro projects. They will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life and the all-round growth of the cities and region. We would like to thank GMRCL for trusting Siemens in their journey of creating a safer, greener and smarter transport solution for sustainable cities,” commented Gunjan Vakharia, Head of Mobility Business, Siemens Ltd.

Tender notice for Supply, erection, testing and commissioning of power supply receiving & distribution system, 750V DC third rail traction electrification and SCADA system for Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project Phase-II was issued in January 2022.

Tender notice for Supply, Erection, Testing and Commissioning of Power Supply receiving & Distribution System, 750 V DC Third Rail Traction electrification and SCADA System for Surat Metro Rail Project (Phase 1) was issued in February 2022.

For more details, please explore the Ahmedabad Metro and Surat Metro pages of Metro Rail Today.