Sequence is delivering a world-class railway signalling system – the European Train Control System (ETCS) – for South East Queensland as part of the Cross River Rail project.
Formed to design and deliver ETCS, the Sequence signalling and systems alliance brings together Hitachi Rail, Queensland Rail and the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA).
Sequence combines Queensland Rail’s 150+ years of proud local history and operational excellence with Hitachi Rail’s global rail and digital signalling expertise, under the governance, procurement and project oversight of the CRRDA.
A truly international alliance, we are a highly skilled team with experience in digital signalling, systems and network operations in Australia, across Asia and Europe and the USA who is proud to be working on one of Australia’s most exciting infrastructure projects.
The alliance also works closely with the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.
Already operating in cities around the world, ETCS will increase rail capacity, efficiency and reliability while maintaining safety – particularly important for tunnel operations.
A crucial part of Cross River Rail, the ETCS will support the region’s rapid population growth and continued prosperity by:
ETCS is an advanced digital signalling system that relays continuous information between trains and central Rail Management Centre via a radio system, trackside technology and onboard equipment.
A core component of a safe, efficient and modern rail network, ETCS will be a key component of the Cross River Rail tunnel operations allowing the updating of train schedules, the smooth arrival and departure of trains, and will enhance the overall commuter experience.
An interesting fact that most don’t realise, ETCS informs the operation of many other systems from the glass platform screen doors through to the tunnels’ ventilation (based on how many trains are in the tunnel).
ETCS will play an important part in the future transformation of the wider South East Queensland rail network.
The new system will deliver a significant change for the rail network – supporting increased capacity, efficiency and reliability for a sustainable transport network and play a key role in how Queensland prepares to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Working on Cross River Rail offers you a once in a lifetime opportunity to work on one of Australia’s largest infrastructure projects and to be a part of something that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
Sequence is regularly recruiting to our diverse, dynamic and collaborative team, expanding our capability across a wide range of engineering, project management and project delivery support roles.
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