ABB has secured a major order from Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. to supply propulsion systems and Train Control and Management System (TCMS) software for the Mumbai Metro Lines 5 and 6. The order encompasses providing integrated traction and control solutions for 40 six-car trainsets. This project supports sustainable mobility and strengthens ABB’s position in India’s rapidly expanding metro rail market.
Mumbai Metro Expansion Project
ABB has been awarded a significant contract from Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. to deliver advanced propulsion systems and Train Control and Management System (TCMS) software for the Mumbai Metro Line 5 (Orange Line) and Line 6 (Pink Line). The project is aimed at improving connectivity and reducing travel time for commuters in Mumbai.
Scope of the Project
The order includes integrated propulsion and TCMS solutions for 40 six-car trainsets across Line 5 and Line 6. ABB’s delivery encompasses traction converters, auxiliary converters, traction motors, and TCMS software, aiming for high reliability and energy efficiency. The manufacturing of converters will be carried out in Bengaluru, while motors will be manufactured in Vadodara.
Strategic Partnership
This order marks ABB’s entry into the 25 kV AC metro segment in India, expanding its technology presence in the metro rail sector. This project demonstrates how energy-efficient propulsion technologies and intelligent control solutions can enable low-emission urban transport.
ABB’s Commitment
By combining optimized power usage with localized manufacturing, ABB aims to support sustainable mobility, reduced lifecycle energy consumption, and a lower environmental footprint for India’s growing metro networks. This partnership with Titagarh strengthens ABB’s role as a trusted technology partner in India’s metro rail sector, combining global expertise with local execution.
Order Significance
This order contributes to the long-term sustainability of India’s metro rolling stock ecosystem by strengthening domestic capabilities and supporting the development of a resilient rail manufacturing value chain, aligned with the Government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. The project underscores the strategic partnership between ABB and Titagarh established in 2023 for collaboration on metro projects in India.
Source: BSE
