Digital Train Radio System

Project Overview

UGL were tasked with providing a Digital Train Radio System (DTRS) across the greater Sydney train network, covering areas between Newcastle, Kiama, Lithgow and Campbelltown.

The project was based on the GSM-R standard, and involved implementing some 255 base stations, 66km of installation of leaky feeder antenna in rail tunnels, switching centres at Central and Homebush, and installation of radio equipment in 400-500 passenger trains.

The project was undertaken in the live environment of an operating metropolitan train system. As such, a heavy focus on system integration of the new technology into the existing system was a key factor for success.

TBH’s Role

TBH provided planning and programming services for the project, including:

• Conversion of UGL’s partially completed programme from MS Project to Primavera P6
• Development of an accurate and maintainable integrated design, procurement, construction/ installation and commissioning programme
• Resource and cost loading of the programme (including design and construction resources)
• Establishment of a baseline programme for performance measurement
• Ongoing management of the programme and reporting
• Establishment of a reporting system to provide programme visibility to both United Group and the customer

To find out more about TBH’s Planning & Scheduling experience, please visit the Planning & Scheduling page.