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Nationwide rollout of state-of-the-art ETCS taking Belgian railways to the highest European standards of efficiency and interoperability
ETCS Level 2 fully operational on significant part of Belgian railway network
European transport corridors and key national railway axes completely modernized
Nationwide rollout of state-of-the-art ETCS taking Belgian railways to the highest European standards of efficiency and interoperability, photo source: Siemens Mobility
The consortium Siemens Mobility and Equans, in collaboration with the Belgian railway infrastructure manager Infrabel, proudly announce the timely completion and commissioning of a groundbreaking project to modernize Belgiums national rail network. With Project start in 2015, the initiative has successfully upgraded 2,274 kilometers of track with state-of-the-art European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 technology. By integrating advanced interlockings and enabling continuous digital communication, the project delivers significant improvements in operational efficiency, and seamless cross-border train operations, fully aligned with EU standards. Spanning the entire nation and prioritizing key European transport corridors, this modernization positions Belgium at the forefront of Europes rail digital transformation. Within the consortium, Siemens Mobility is responsible for implementing and modernizing ETCS Level 2 and interlocking systems across most of the countrys rail infrastructure, while Equans is handling the comprehensive on-site installation, including civil engineering, electrical works, hardware deployment, cabling, and rigorous documentation.
