Progress Rail Secures Double-Track Expansion Contract in Thailand

Progress Rail

PISTOIA, Italy - Progress Rail signed a contract with Ch. Thawee-AS Construction Joint Venture to provide signaling and telecommunications for phase two of the double-track project in Thailand.

According to Progress Rail, the project covers the Khon Kaen-Nong Thai section and measures 167 kilometers. The project adds a second track, upgrades existing infrastructure, and will include 11 stations. CH-AS JV is the main contractor for the project, which is a part of the State Railway of Thailand’s (SRT) strategy to expand and upgrade its rail infrastructure.

Progress Rail will provide support for design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of advanced signaling and telecom systems as part of the contract, says Progress Rail. The systems include a Traffic Management System, Computer-Based Interlocking, and European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 “for both wayside and onboard applications.”

Progress Rail Executive Vice President of Infrastructure Hyung Kim said, “This marks our team’s first wayside project in Thailand, building on our ongoing ETCS Level 1 onboard initiatives. . . To ensure optimal project execution and customer proximity, we are enhancing our presence in Bangkok with dedicated resources focused on managing and delivering the work.”