Technology company Aurionpro Solutions has secured a significant contract to supply automated fare collection (AFC) technology to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) in India. This contract pertains to the provision of advanced AFC systems, which will include gates, validators, and card readers, across the metro networks of Phase I, II, and III.
The AFC gates will be manufactured domestically in India at Aurionpro's facility located in Ghaziabad, situated in Uttar Pradesh. This initiative is in alignment with the Indian government’s 'Make in India' programme, which encourages local manufacturing and aims for advancements in technology. Speaking to Railway Technology, Aurionpro Solutions’ Tech Innovation Group head and president, Sanjay Bali, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “We are honoured to partner with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, a pioneer and symbol of excellence in India’s urban transit systems.” Bali emphasized the development of robust, indigenously manufactured products, stating, “The gates, validators, and payment card readers to be delivered under this project are robust, indigenously developed Aurionpro products.”
The agreement not only marks a significant step in expanding Aurionpro's presence within the metro landscape of India but serves as a milestone following their recent success in Chennai, as noted by Bali. He added, “This win with Delhi Metro marks a significant milestone, highlighting our expanding footprint on the metro map of India and globe.”
In another development, DMRC was recently awarded a tender for the first phase of the Bahrain Metro project. This encompasses the creation of a 30km network with 20 stations and involves BEML taking charge of the manufacturing and supply of the rolling stock. Additionally, in 2021, DMRC implemented a new software aimed at monitoring progress on its phase four corridors and the Patna Metro project. This Integrated Project Monitoring Software, which was developed by Indian engineers, is designed to digitalise and enhance the efficiency of its operations.
Collectively, these advancements underline DMRC's commitment to incorporating technology and automation in their operations, fostering growth and supporting broader governmental initiatives for domestic manufacturing and innovation.
Source: Noah Wire Services