Bengaluru, 28 March

BEML Limited, a leading Rail and Defence company on Friday announced that it has been awarded an additional order of over Rs 405 crore by Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited.

This order includes supplying seven additional metro trains for the Bangalore Metro Rail Project Phase 2, bringing the total number of train sets under the contract from 53 to 60, it said.

In a statement, the BEML Limited said, "Designed and developed entirely by BEML's in-house engineering teams in Bengaluru, these state-of-the-art driverless train sets feature a robust six-car formation. Constructed using high-tensile Austenitic stainless steel, the metro cars are engineered for enhanced durability, safety, and passenger comfort."

According to the company, each car is equipped with two roof-mounted Saloon Air Conditioners to ensure an optimal travel experience.

The new metro trains will incorporate advanced technological systems, including an IP-based Passenger Announcement and Passenger Information System and a Passenger Saloon Surveillance System, providing real-time station updates and ensuring enhanced security.

Additionally, an LCD-based Dynamic Route Map display and electrically driven automatic doors synchronised with Platform Screen Doors will further enhance passenger convenience and safety, it said.

The initial contract, valued at approximately Rs 3,177 crore, covers the design, manufacturing, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of train sets, along with comprehensive maintenance services for up to 15 years, it stated.

The company further said the project is a key component of Bangalore Metro Rail's expansion plans under phases 2, 2A, and 2B, reinforcing BEML's leadership in India's metro manufacturing sector.