MANILA, Philippines, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has completed the Manila Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite Extension, which entered into revenue service on 16 November 2024. The new extension was officially inaugurated on 15 November by the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., accompanied by officials from the Department of Transport and representatives of Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC). This milestone marks Alstom's first fully integrated metro project in the Philippines, undertaken in a consortium led by Bouygues Travaux Publics.
The Phase 1 of the LRT-1 Cavite Extension adds 6.2 kilometres to the existing railway line and is expected to service up to 400,000 passengers per day upon completion. It covers five new stations: Redemptorist-ASEANA, Manila International Airport Road, Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX), Ninoy Aquino Avenue, and Dr. Santos (formerly Sucat). The Cavite Extension is designed to ultimately reduce the travel time between Baclaran, Pasay City and Bacoor, Cavite, from one hour and 10 minutes to just 25 minutes.
Alstom's comprehensive scope includes the complete project engineering and integration of the electromechanical railway system, the delivery of modern signalling systems (with ETCS Level 1 standard), advanced telecommunications, track works, power supply and overhead catenary systems.
"We are delighted to contribute to enhancing Manila's transportation infrastructure," said Toby Tiberghien, Managing Director, East Asia, Alstom. "By providing a faster and more efficient alternative to road travel, this project not only improves connectivity across the city but also supports sustainable and reliable public transportation options for its citizens."
In 2022, Alstom completed the upgrade of the existing 20-kilometre LRT-1 trackside signalling system with Alstom's Atlas 100 solution, enhancing operational efficiency and safety across the network. Alstom also equipped the entire fleet of 60 trains, comprising four generations of rolling stock, with new onboard signalling equipment.
Building on its successful revamping and extending the LRT-1 line, this project underscores Alstom's ongoing commitment to the Philippines' railway sector. By delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, Alstom aims to enhance the daily lives of Filipinos and contribute to the country's economic growth.
With over 50 years of experience and more than 90 systems in commercial service worldwide, Alstom is the global leader and trusted partner in delivering integrated turnkey rail systems tailored to meet every mobility need.
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Alstom commits to contribute to a low carbon future by developing and promoting innovative and sustainable transportation solutions that people enjoy riding. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, Alstom offers its diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. With its presence in 64 countries and a talent base of over 84,700 people from 184 nationalities, the company focuses its design, innovation, and project management skills to where mobility solutions are needed most. Listed in France, Alstom generated revenues of €17.6 billion for the fiscal year ending on 31 March 2024.
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