Stadler gains $500m contract for new train control system

Stadler has received a $500m contract from the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) in the US to deliver a new communication-based train control (CBTC) system.

CBTC is a wireless system that enables precise real-time tracking of train locations, ensuring safe operations.

The NOVA Pro train control system, which Stadler is implementing, will not only bolster safety but also support train operators in maintaining efficient operations, with a driver on board to manage the journey and respond to incidents.

The integration of the new train control system with MARTA’s forthcoming Stadler CQ400 rail cars, set to be introduced in 2025, will enhance operational efficiency.

MARTA CEO and general manager Collie Greenwood stated: “This investment will enhance the safety and reliability of our rail network and allow our trains to operate with the highest safety standards, while still being monitored and controlled by skilled MARTA operators.”

The cohesiveness between the new onboard and trackside signalling components is expected to streamline the system’s introduction and enhance overall performance while reducing potential service disruptions.