- Signalling system ETCS and advanced rail infrastructure technology on the 300+ km Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato corridor
- First time in Latin America: The software TPS.plan optimises timetables and ensures the efficient use of the railway network.
- Key milestone in Mexico’s sustainable rail modernisation
Siemens Mobility, in consortium with Sonda México SA de CV, has been awarded a landmark contract to deliver the advanced signalling and rail infrastructure technology solution European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 for the Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato railway corridor. Spanning more than 300 kilometres and serving eleven passenger stations, the project is part of Mexico’s federal initiative to modernise passenger rail infrastructure. This milestone reflects Siemens Mobility’s continued success in Latin America and marks its first ETCS contract in Mexico. Siemens Mobility’s scope also includes the delivery of its TPS.plan software, a powerful train planning system that optimises timetables and rail operations, alongside ETCS Level 1 wayside signalling, an Operational Control Centre and backup, as well as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Consortium partner Sonda will provide telecommunications, CCTV, and civil works.
“This contract marks a significant milestone for Siemens Mobility, as it represents our first ETCS project in Mexico and the debut of our TPS.plan train planning software in Latin America,” says Marc Ludwig, CEO Rail Infrastructure at Siemens Mobility. “This project underscores our commitment to enhancing mobility and connectivity across the country. The Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato corridor will not only improve regional transport but will also support Mexico’s sustainable development goals by modernising its passenger rail infrastructure. We are proud to contribute to shaping the future of rail transport in Mexico.”
Siemens Mobility’s scope in this transformative project includes the design, engineering, supply, installation, and commissioning of state-of-the-art rail technologies. Central to this are the ETCS Level 1 wayside signalling system, an Operational Control Centre (OCC) with a backup OCC, and SCADA systems for real-time infrastructure supervision.
ETCS is a standardised signalling and control system that enhances rail safety by continuously supervising train speed and movement authority. It replaces fragmented national systems with a common standard.
First time in Latin America: TPS.plan
Additionally, Siemens Mobility will, for the first time in Latin America, implement TPS.plan, a cutting-edge software solution developed by its subsidiary HaCon. This application enables precise timetable and track path optimisation by leveraging microscopic infrastructure modelling to create conflict-free schedules. TPS.plan also simplifies coordination by granting stakeholders full access to the most up-to-date planning status, ensuring efficient and seamless rail operations.
A Milestone for Mexico’s Rail Modernisation
The project marks a key milestone in Mexico’s rail modernisation, significantly enhancing mobility for workers, students, and commuters in the Bajío region. By connecting the capital with the states of Hidalgo, Querétaro, and Guanajuato, the line strengthens regional connectivity to Mexico City, boosts economic competitiveness, and aligns with federal goals for sustainable passenger rail. With innovative technologies and by taking a leading role early on, Siemens Mobility establishes itself as a trusted partner to shape industry standards while driving efficiency, improving connectivity, and fostering long-term development.
Driving Rail Innovation in Latin America
Siemens Mobility has established itself as a leader in Latin America, driving the modernisation and digital transformation of the region’s rail networks. From building the continent’s first fully automated metro line (GoA4) to pioneering advanced technologies such as ETCS Level 2, the company sets new benchmarks for electrification, automation, and digitalisation. Notable projects include the deployment of scalable and cyber-secure Signalling X technology on the Alameda-Melipilla and Santiago-Batuco lines in Chile, spanning 140 kilometres and 46 stations. With these cutting-edge initiatives across countries like Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Chile, Siemens Mobility significantly enhances the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of rail transport throughout the region.
