ABB has secured a significant order from Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. to supply advanced propulsion systems and Train Control and Management System (TCMS) software for the Mumbai Metro Line 5 (Orange Line), connecting Thane to Kalyan via Bhiwandi, and Line 6 (Pink Line), running from Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli. The order further strengthens ABB’s footprint in India’s rapidly expanding metro rail market and reinforces its role as a trusted partner in delivering energy-efficient, reliable, and sustainable urban mobility solutions.
Under the contract, ABB will provide integrated traction and control solutions for a total of 40 six-car trainsets, comprising 18 trainsets for Line 6 and 22 trainsets for Line 5. The scope of supply includes traction converters, auxiliary converters, traction motors, and TCMS software, designed to ensure high reliability, energy efficiency, and optimized lifecycle performance for one of India’s most significant metro expansion projects.
Manufacturing will be carried out across ABB’s Indian operations, with traction converters produced at Bengaluru and traction motors manufactured at Vadodara. The project will be supported by local engineering, testing, and service teams, reinforcing ABB’s strong domestic execution capabilities.
“This order marks ABB’s entry into the 25 kV AC metro segment in India, a significant milestone that expands our technology presence in the metro rail sector,” said Roger Buchmann, Global Business Line Head – Rail Systems, ABB. He added that the project demonstrates how energy-efficient propulsion technologies and intelligent control solutions can enable low-emission, reliable urban transport, while optimized power usage and localized manufacturing support sustainable mobility and reduced lifecycle energy consumption.
The order represents another milestone in the strategic partnership between ABB and Titagarh established in 2023 to collaborate on metro projects in India. That partnership laid the foundation for technology collaboration, localization, and long-term engagement across upcoming metro programs. The current order further underscores the strength of this relationship and its shared commitment to advancing modern, energy-efficient metro rail transport in the country. It also envisages collaborative manufacturing and gradual co-production of traction motors, traction converters, and auxiliary converters for the project.
This win reinforces ABB’s position as a trusted technology partner to India’s metro rail sector, combining global expertise with deep local execution to help cities move more people more efficiently and sustainably. The order also contributes to the long-term sustainability of India’s metro rolling stock ecosystem by strengthening domestic capabilities and supporting the development of a resilient rail manufacturing value chain.
Aligned with the Government of India’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives, the project supports self-reliance, local value creation, and sustainable growth in urban mobility infrastructure.
With decades of experience in rail and traction technologies, ABB supports urban and mainline rail operators worldwide with proven propulsion, power, and control solutions. Backed by a strong global footprint and deep local presence, ABB combines innovation, reliability, and lifecycle expertise to help cities develop efficient, safe, and sustainable rail transport systems that meet the evolving demands of modern urban mobility.
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. With over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide, ABB connects engineering and digitalization expertise to help industries run at high performance while becoming more efficient, productive, and sustainable. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
