201410 – Burton – Auckland’s New Signalling System

This paper provides a technical description of the new signalling system deployed in Auckland by Siemens Rail Automation (formally Invensys Rail Systems) to prepare the railway for an electrified future while also increasing functionality, capacity, reliability and safety.

The Auckland Metropolitan Resignalling Project (AMRP) is a true “turn-key” signalling project with every part of the signalling infrastructure being renewed and the addition of ATP, both trackside and onboard.

In-depth technical descriptions are provided, detailing how the project has deployed some of the key signalling sub-systems such as 750 axle counters sections, the new WESTRACE MkII interlocking product, ETCS Level 1 and an innovative new modular signalling system.

The AMRP provides an insight into what can be achieved with a remit from the customer to innovate and improve.