New Zealand: Alstom Implements TMS Along Pilot Wairarapa Line

Alstom has completed the delivery of its Iconis Traffic Management System (TMS), now known as Onvia Vision, on KiwiRail’s Wairarapa pilot line in New Zealand, allowing for nationwide digitalisation.

The rail system, which will be handled by the operator from two key control centres in Wellington and Auckland, will allow for access to real-time data on the operations of its rail network as well as provide an increase in network resilience and capacity.

The Iconis TMS is an integrated control and operational rail system which will be operated by KiwiRail out of two key control centres in Wellington and Auckland

The system will also provide both more reliable and early communication for passengers travelling on the rail network, with additional benefits including predictive warning systems for potential issues, improvements to signalling operations, network security, management and overall more comprehensive maintenance capabilities.

Pascal Dupond, Alstom Australia and New Zealand Managing Director, said:
Our technology represents a new digital age for the New Zealand rail network with KiwiRail joining more than 30 countries across the world who are operating our gold standard proven technology.

Our local partnership with KiwiRail has been an excellent collaboration. It is a textbook example of close partnership between Alstom as a technology provider working hand-in-glove with KiwiRail with a shared focus to deliver the best possible system for New Zealand rail passengers.

In addition to the system’s implementation; Alstom will also provide long term support, training and maintenance to KiwiRail to allow for a successful rollout across further regions within the country.

KiwiRail Project Director Carl Mills, said:
Alstom’s technology delivers future proofing of the New Zealand railway network to allow us to support network growth and increased passenger numbers while also delivering a transformation experience for our staff that operate the network and, ultimately, a better passenger and freight service experience. The partnership with Alstom has been a success because it is one that is based on mutual trust, transparency and shared desire to deliver in the best possible way for passengers.