ABB to supply critical power components for UK’s HS2 rail network

ABB Electrification has been selected to provide critical power components and systems for the HS2 rail project in the UK.

The deal includes the supply of low voltage power components, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and central battery systems for stations at London Euston, Old Oak Common, and Birmingham Curzon Street.

These components are intended to enhance safety and continuity across four new transport hubs.

HS2 is Britain’s new high-speed railway that connects London and Birmingham to reduce journey time by 40%, to just 49 minutes.

The integration of ABB’s solutions will be standardised across all HS2 stations, which is expected to streamline operations and maintenance while ensuring a consistent approach to power safety and reliability.

A framework agreement has been established that will enable HS2’s station construction partners to easily procure the required low voltage components, UPS, and central battery systems directly from ABB.