Keolis wins contract for automated metro network in London
The joint venture between Keolis and Amey will continue to operate the Docklands Light Railway network, generating annual sales of €140 million.
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Our subsidiary has thus strengthened its position as a mobility operator in the United Kingdom.
An eight-year contract
Transport for London (TfL), transport authority for the city of London, has selected KeolisAmey to operate the Docklands Light Railway. As the longstanding operator of the network since December 2014, the joint venture will continue to manage this critical part of London public transport for eight more years, starting on 1 April 2025.
The busiest network in the UK
This fully automated underground network serves the Docklands, a former port area in East London, and now links up fast-developing districts such as Canary Wharf, Greenwich and Lewisham. The railway has 40 km of lines and 45 stations, and it is the busiest underground network in the UK, carrying 100 million passengers every year.
"We are delighted to have had our contract renewed for the DLR franchise and we are grateful for Transport for London’s continued trust in us to deliver service excellence on this key London metro network."
Marie-Ange Debon.Chairman of the Keolis Executive Board
Improving passenger experience
KeolisAmey plans to develop the quality of service and passenger experience. It will particularly support the introduction of 54 new trains on the network, increase service frequency and implement new technologies. Artificial intelligence will be used to improve passenger safety and flow management during major events, and strengthen data protection. KeolisAmey also plans to invest in remote monitoring of the train fleet, infrastructure, buildings and tunnels. Finally programmes promoting local employment and raising awareness among schoolchildren and people in professional reintegration schemes will also be set up.
Keolis, a pioneer and global leader in automated metro systems
Keolis operates a dozen automated metro networks in various countries, including the world’s longest automated metro network in Dubai. With 280 km of lines in operation or under construction, Keolis is the world’s leading operator of automated metros.
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