ABB India boosts Kanpur Metro’s efficiency with innovative electrification

ABB India, a subsidiary of Switzerland-based technology company ABB, said that it has enhanced the operations of Kanpur Metro by integrating its state-of-the-art electrification solutions.

This installation promises reliable, high-quality power distribution, ensuring a seamless and comfortable commute for passengers. ABB’s contribution to the Kanpur Metro marks its involvement in a total of 13 metro rail projects throughout India.

Metro systems have become a crucial component of public transportation in urban Indian locales, promoting enhanced comfort, quality, and sustainability. In line with these advancements, Kanpur has ascended to the ranks of the top ten Indian Smart Cities, as acknowledged by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Development’s Smart City Mission.

ABB India’s electrification solutions boost power reliability for Kanpur Metro. Photo courtesy of Dr Vinamra/Wikimedia Commons.

ABB India has furnished the Kanpur Metro with Low Voltage Switchboards, Medium Voltage Panels, and Lighting Distribution Boards, aligning with the project’s technical specifications. These top-tier products, coupled with ABB’s smart distribution technology, facilitate the efficient management of metro stations and operations, improve power distribution and supply, and promote energy efficiency.

Sushil Kumar — Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (UPMRCL) Managing Director said: “The Kanpur Metro is transforming mobility in the city by providing the residents with comfortable and convenient public transportation.

“Metro has made use of various sustainable technologies considering India’s carbon-neutrality goals. ABB India has an excellent track record of successfully delivering electrification solutions for metros systems in India. And hence, we are pleased to partner with ABB India in this journey towards transforming the face of urban mobility in Kanpur.”

Since 2002, ABB has led the way in offering comprehensive power supply solutions for metro rail projects. Currently, their electrification solutions, including both AC and DC metro rail systems, power thirteen operational metro rail projects across India.

Kiran Dutt — ABB India President of Electrification Business said: “For the Kanpur Metro System, our objective was to enable safe and reliable power distribution across the network. We are privileged to work with the UPMRCL in their endeavor to provide sustainable transportation to its citizens, by supplying smart technology and our state-of-the-art products.

“Contributing to the various metro systems in India, we are committed to help improve and upgrade the country’s public transport infrastructure.”