Alstom and RESA Inc., Halkalı-Kapıkule high speed train line Halkalı-An important contract was signed for the supply of Türkiye's first Rigid Catenary System (ROCS) in the Ispartakule section. Alstom Turkey General Manager Kerem Bugay, Alstom Valmadrera Factory General Manager Edoardo Gino and RESA A.Ş. General Manager Serkan Atalar were present at the signing ceremony at the International Railway, Light Rail Systems, Infrastructure and Logistics Fair Eurasia Rail held between 18-20 June.
Details and Strategic Importance of the Project
Alstom's Rigid Catenary System (ROCS) offers a total of 229 kilometers will be long Halkalı-Kapıkule high speed train line Halkalı-It will be established in the Ispartakule section. In particular, the system A double-track tunnel, approximately 7 kilometers long and 8,3 meters wide, will pass under residential areas and Küçükçekmece Lake. This catenary system is manufactured at Alstom's facility in Valmadrera (Lecco), Italy.
Halkalı-With the completion of the Kapıkule high-speed train line, this line, A critical link within the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) The line will be used in passenger transportation percent 80, in freight transportation 45 percent increase It will strengthen Istanbul's transportation infrastructure and make significant contributions to the development of the regional economy.
Statements from Authorities
Alstom Türkiye General Manager Kerem Bugay, stated in his statement at the signing ceremony that Alstom has been contributing to the Turkish railway sector for over 70 years. Bugay described this new contract as “an important milestone that combines our global expertise in railway systems and our strong local team.” He also emphasized that they will continue to bring local business partners together with opportunities arising from Alstom’s projects around the world and continue their investments to support Türkiye’s railway vision.
General Manager of RESA Inc. Serkan Atlar Atalar stated that RESA A.Ş. has been serving the Turkish rail system sector for many years. “We have undertaken the turnkey Halkalı – We are adding a new one to our services with the Ispartakule High Speed Train Project Rigid Catenary System Construction Work. This project, The first project in Türkiye where a rigid catenary system will be applied in a high-speed train project “It is of great importance because it is the first company to do this in our country and it makes us proud,” he said. Atalar continued their strong cooperation with Alstom after the Ümraniye – Ataşehir – Göztepe and Gebze – Darıca Metro Projects. Halkalı – He stated that they took it to a new level with the Ispartakule High Speed Train Project.
Advantages of Rigid Catenary System
Alstom's Rigid Catenary System (ROCS) stands out as an efficient and cost-effective solution suitable for special applications such as narrow spaces and tunnel renovations. Copper contact wire and aluminum conductor profile The system, which consists of ease of installation and low maintenance costs, offers an ideal solution with its high performance and reliability against factors such as fire. Alstom's Rigid Catenary System, which can be easily integrated into existing lines that have been completed, also It can work in harmony with different energy voltages. also provides versatile usage opportunities.
