The Advanced Train Management System (ATMS) is a communications based safe working system being developed by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) to replace traditional trackside signalling across the interstate rail network including the Hunter Valley rail network. It uses GPS navigation systems, broadband communications and state-of-the-art computer technology to locate and route trains in real time.
Stage 3 of the project will focus on planning and designing its implementation from Melbourne to Perth and linking the east-west freight corridor to Inland Rail through Parkes using ATMS as the new signalling system.
ATMS will provide for greater capacity on existing rail infrastructure by allowing trains to run closer together. It will also provide safety benefits through the ability to automatically safely slow and stop a train.
The Australian Government is investing $220 million towards Stage 3 of the project. ARTC has committed $20 million towards these works.
Stage 3 works commenced in early 2021 and are scheduled for completion by mid 2023.
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