Amsterdam metro faces troubles with new train control system

source: GVB

The persistent metro disturbances since the introduction of the new CBTC safety system do not seem to be solved for the time being. The older metro trains from the 1990s are not actually suitable for running under the new system, although they have been converted for it. The result is forced braking, delays and unsafe situations, according to conversations between local TV channel AT5 and the staff of GVB involved.

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Author: Marieke van Gompel

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Amsterdam metro faces troubles with new train control system

source: GVB

The persistent metro disturbances since the introduction of the new CBTC safety system do not seem to be solved for the time being. The older metro trains from the 1990s are not actually suitable for running under the new system, although they have been converted for it. The result is forced braking, delays and unsafe situations, according to conversations between local TV channel AT5 and the staff of GVB involved.

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Author: Marieke van Gompel

Marieke van Gompel is editor-in-chief of RailTech.com, RailFreight.com and SpoorPro.nl, online magazines for railway professionals.

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