Investments in the Metro: Trakcja S.A. Signs Contracts for Lighting and Substation Modernisation

Trakcja S.A. and the Capital City of Warsaw have signed two contracts concerning the modernisation of the Warsaw Metro. The first contract, concluded on 27 November 2024, covers the preparation of design and cost estimate documentation for the modernisation of lighting equipment at 7 stations and in 9 running tunnels of Metro Line 1. The modernisation will cover primary, emergency and evacuation lighting. The works are to be completed within 10 months from the date of signing the contract.

The second contract was concluded on 4 December and concerns the modernisation of the traction power substation at the A11 Politechnika station on Metro Line 1. The scope of works includes replacing the installations and substation components responsible for powering the metro trains, which enables their heating, cooling, ventilation and lighting. The substation modernisation will help reduce delays and, if necessary, increase the frequency of train services. The works are to take 10 months from the date the contract was concluded.

These projects are a continuation of earlier modernisations carried out by Trakcja S.A. in the Warsaw Metro, aimed at improving the infrastructure and passenger comfort.

The completed works will have a positive impact on:

• Improved safety: Modern emergency and evacuation lighting will increase passenger safety in emergency situations.
• Travel comfort: The modernisation of the traction power substation will provide better climate conditions in the trains, thanks to the ability to heat and cool them efficiently.
• Increased reliability: Modernised installations will reduce the risk of failures, which will translate into fewer delays.
• Higher service frequency: If necessary, the modernisation will make it possible to increase the frequency of train services, which will shorten waiting times at stations.

These modernisations are another step towards improving the quality of Warsaw Metro services, ensuring safer, more comfortable and more reliable journeys for passengers.