Linxon to deliver power supply for Chennai Metro
Linxon has been awarded a contract by Chennai Metro Rail Ltd (CMRL) to deliver the power supply works for Phase 2 development of the Chennai metro.
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India, Tamil Nadu, Chennai: Linxon has been awarded a contract by Chennai Metro Rail Ltd (CMRL) to deliver the power supply works for Phase 2 development of the Chennai metro.
The newly awarded contract is part of Phase 2, which will significantly increase ridership and reduce congestion, particularly around Chennai’s expanding IT hub. The new lines – named 3, 4, and 5 under Phase 2 – are about 119 km long. The project is funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
The project scope includes traction substations and auxiliary main substations, along with wayside substations and power cables, overhead catenary systems and supervisory control and data acquisition system.
“This contract is in line with our from the grid to vehicle vision, ensuring reliable and sustainable electric power supply, transmission and distribution. We are delighted to be part of the creation of eco-friendly public transport,” said Stefan Reisacher, CEO of Linxon. “This project further cements our market leadership position for power supply projects in the Asia Pacific region. The rail business has tremendous potential in the coming years and Linxon is a pioneer in this segment.”
Source: T&D India
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