Alstom activates the new interlocking of Bologna Centrale
integrated control center

Following the activation of this new Smartlock
interlocking, Bologna Centrale becomes one the first example in
Europe of a super-integrated control centre
tasked for traffic control, passengers information and the
tailored for the management of complex infrastructures. This
fully computerized system with a brand new user interface
supplies operators with all information needed in a real time,
in order to ensure immediate intervention and decision making,
thanks to a sophisticated traffic regulation system. This will
guarantee passengers more efficiency and real time
information, as well as increased safety and punctuality. To
ensure optimal traffic and safety conditions on the network,
the Smartlock interlocking system designed by Alstom Transport
comprises 300 balises, 600 different signals,350 point
machines, 1400 main routes and 1700 shunting routes.



Within the next five years, the network traffic will continue
to grow to reach 1,500 trains a day. The new interlocking of
the integrated control centre is vital to ensure the expected
traffic growth of Bologna Centrale,
replacing electromechanical equipments installed during
the 1950s. The project has been led by Alstom
Transport Bologna site, Centre of excellence for signalling and
interlocking, in charge of development, design and execution of
the whole interlocking system. The Bari, Verona and
Guidonia Alstom sites have also been involved on this project.


About Alstom Transport

As part of its sustainable transport approach, Alstom Transport
develops and offers the most complete range of systems,
equipment and services on the rail market. Alstom Transport is
capable of managing an entire transport system, from rolling
stock to signalling and infrastructure, as well as offering
turnkey solutions. In 2008-2009, Alstom Transport's turnover
was 5.7 billion and its orders increased by 9% over the
previous financial year. Alstom Transport is present in over 60
countries and has 27,000 employees.


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Benjamin Wright


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benjamin.wright@transport.alstom.com