Siemens Mobility, in partnership with Sonda México SA de CV, has been awarded a contract to deliver signalling and rail infrastructure technology for the Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato railway corridor.

The project covers more than 300 kilometres of track and includes eleven passenger stations as part of a federal programme to modernise Mexico’s passenger rail network.

The contract centres on the implementation of the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1, a standardised signalling system designed to improve safety and operational consistency by supervising train speed and movement. The scheme represents the first ETCS project of its kind for Siemens Mobility in Mexico.

Under the agreement, Siemens Mobility will be responsible for the design, engineering, supply, installation and commissioning of the system. Its scope includes wayside signalling, an Operational Control Centre with a backup facility, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to monitor infrastructure in real time.

The company will also introduce its TPS.plan software in Latin America for the first time. Developed by its subsidiary HaCon, the system is used to optimise timetables and rail operations through detailed modelling of infrastructure. It enables the creation of conflict-free schedules and provides stakeholders with access to up-to-date planning data.

Sonda will contribute telecommunications systems, closed-circuit television, and civil works as part of the consortium’s responsibilities.

This contract marks a significant milestone for Siemens Mobility, as it represents our first ETCS project in Mexico and the debut of our TPS.plan train planning software in Latin America. This project underscores our commitment to enhancing mobility and connectivity across the country. The Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato corridor will not only improve regional transport but will also support Mexico’s sustainable development goals by modernising its passenger rail infrastructure. We are proud to contribute to shaping the future of rail transport in Mexico.

The Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato line is expected to strengthen links between the capital and the Bajío region, including the states of Hidalgo, Querétaro and Guanajuato. The corridor is intended to support passenger mobility for commuters, students and workers, while contributing to regional economic activity.

The project forms part of a wider effort to update rail systems across Mexico and reflects a broader trend towards the adoption of digital and standardised technologies in railway operations.