The Municipality of Padua wants to expand its transport network with the construction of a new SIR 2 line and the extension of the existing SIR 3 line.

The design of the extension of the  SIR 3 line  has been possible thanks to a loan from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Sustainable Mobility that allocated part of the  extraordinary fund to the Municipality of Padua for the design of the works planned by the PUMS.

The route extends mainly on the existing road and in some sections next to it, after the extension of the body of the road. The line has a total length of approximately 5.8 km and provides for about 12/13 stops, including terminals. New infrastructure is planned, in particular a new bridge over the river Bacchiglione (L=110m) and a new bridge over the A13 motorway to be assessed at the PFTE. A terminal is planned at the university center of Agripolis, in the municipality of Legnaro.

Extending Sir 3 means implementing the entire SMART system, an interoperability system to be able to operate the existing SIR 1 and SIR 3 lines and the future SIR 2 line, and, in this case, offering a service to the thousands of commuters who commute every day to and from Padua, such as students and staff on Agripolis’ university campus.

Specifics

Ingerop is responsible for the design of all railway facilities and systems on the line.

The Padua tram is a tram system on Translohr technology tires.

The project to be developed by Ingerop and BEWS joint venture will develop includes the reconstruction of the current Renfe Regional Workshop, optimizing it and adapting it to the new functional needs.

 Objectives

The objectives also include the execution of the new segregated road tunnel between the Palomar bridge and the Santa Coloma boulevard. The purpose is to renovate the parking lot, as well as the train repair and maintenance areas of the current regional workshop. A building will be constructed beside the main building, a parking area for light vehicles, the roof of the main building will be conditioned for the future installation of photovoltaic panels, and the parking rail tracks and a section next to Paseo de Santa Coloma of the High Speed rail line and conventional lines will be covered. The structure of the new segregated road tunnel between the Palomar Bridge and Paseo de Santa Coloma will also be designed, with an exit access from the depot.

The project will be directed by the company BARCELONA SAGRERA ALTA VELOCITAT, S.A. (BSAV) and will be supervised by the technical services of RENFE, in everything that affects the depot, and by ADIF in everything that affects the coverage of the railway line.

Rendel Limited has been appointed to undertake the Proof Engineering services for the detailed design of the Enabling Works for Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2. This appointment follows our successful tender bid with John Holland.

Our involvement as part of the Enabling Works will begin with the delivery includes Proof Engineering services for a new 340-metre long concrete segmental, post-tensioned bridge over the Parramatta River, between Wentworth Point and Melrose Park.

Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 will see the delivery of 14 stops over a new 10-kilometre two-way track, with travel times of around 31 minutes from Camellia to the Carter Street Precinct via Sydney Olympic Park, and a further seven minutes to the Parramatta Central Business District.

The Confederation line extension project consists of two extensions, to the east and west of the existing line. The project is being carried out in several phases. Following the commissioning of phase 1 in September 2019, phase 2 will operate the same signalling systems (CBTC supplied by Thales).

Our mission

As part of this project, Ingerop has been commissioned to provide independent monitoring of signalling and train control tests.

Ingerop’s mission is to :

• Understand the performance requirements of the contract,
• Study the technical solution implemented by Thalès,
• Review Thalès’ SAT and SIT test procedures,
• Be part of the test organization team and participate in SAT and SIT tests,
• Follow up on tests and certify that they have been carried out correctly,
• Implement a conflict resolution system, including decision-making.

As part of this project, Ingerop has been commissioned to provide independent monitoring of signalling and train control tests

The Ontario Line is a project for a new automatic subway line, about 13 km long, to serve densely populated areas, as part of an ambitious program to modernize and electrify public transport.

Our mission

As part of this project, Ingerop was called upon by the OTG Ontario Transit Group (FERROVIAL -JANIN – VINCI) during the design-build tender phase to provide a critical review and expert opinion on the electromagnetic studies, including tunnel ventilation, HVAC, electrical power, as well as the interface with the Rolling Stock, Systems, Operations and Maintenance (MRSEM) package.

In addition, Ingerop was retained by Asltom Canada to prepare their bid (with John Laing and FCC) for the catenary component. The mission included :

• setting up a design reference framework, taking into account local regulations and Alstom’s scope of supply
• managing the catenary studies carried out by Alstom’s back-office teams in StOuen
• costing of the project

Gaspésie Railway (CFG) and Québec Central Railway (CFQC) are two ambitious rail infrastructure rehabilitation projects, aimed at restoring and modernizing strategic rail lines in the Gaspésie and Central Québec regions.

The Gaspésie Railway is a mixed rail line, serving both freight and passenger traffic. Due to advanced obsolescence and extensive damage caused by successive storms, the line has been out of service since 2013. In order to breathe new life into this essential infrastructure, the Ministère des Transports du Québec made a commitment in 2017 to rehabilitate the entire network, with a view to relaunching its operation for economic and tourism uses.

The Québec Central Railway, which linked various municipalities in Central Quebec, was heavily damaged by major flooding and has been out of service since 1994. In 2020, the Ministère des Transports du Québec launched a comprehensive network rehabilitation project to restore this strategic route.

Our Mission

Ingerop was mandated by the Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité Durable du Québec to carry out the following assignments:

Strategic advisor 

• implementation strategy,
• drafting of technical specifications,
• technical advice on engineering structures,
• cost estimates,
• steering of studies
• drafting calls for tender.

Responsible for operational studies

•  Operations analysis
• Hourly graph modeling with input data
• Analysis of project situations including freight and passenger traffic
• Infrastructure modeling
• Estimation of typical freight or passenger markets
• Optimization of infra/MR/connection system
• Integration of new assumptions,
• Modeling of a stabilized timetable
• Presentation of macro results for each project situation
• Supply of timetable graphs,
• Indication of the number of train paths per day and per category
• Evaluation of freight and passenger capacities
• Identification of requirements for crossing stations, freight sidings and signalling systems.

Ingerop Canade’s work on this project also included operational and load-bearing studies to ensure that the planned siding and track equipment was suitable for the anticipated traffic and operating mode. In addition, Ingerio Canada was commissioned to propose a maintenance strategy including, among other things, inspections, work, necessary tools, intervention methods, human resources, and a high-level estimate of annual costs.

The project involves a dual extension of the Marseille tram network: 7.1 km to the north and 1.4 km to the south. This is a flagship project for the region, as it is set to provide high-capacity public transport to some of the most isolated and disadvantaged neighbourhoods in the northern part of Marseille. This project is part of the metropolitan area’s Urban Mobility Plan and aims to connect the tram network with several major traffic-generating hubs in the northern part of the city, as well as the future Saint-André railway stop planned as part of the new Provence–Côte d’Azur line (LNPCA).

With 60,000 m² of surfaces paved, over 2,300 trees planted along the route and the creation of 8 km of cycling paths, the project will also enhance the quality of life for Marseille residents by 2030. The project also includes the creation of 11 new stations in the north and three in the south.

As part of the project management consortium, Ingerop is responsible for part of the overall project management, as well as the engineering of the stations, road integration, mobility, road signage, low-voltage systems, and civil engineering structures.

Ingerop is deploying its expertise in architecture and railway infrastructure for the development of this urban integration initiative in Vilafranca del Penedès, on the outskirts of Barcelona. This construction project involves covering the existing line over two separate areas to reduce the impact of train traffic and improve urban continuity.

Accessibility to the station will also be optimised through new facilities that ease user movement. Ingerop is responsible for the architectural and structural design of railway infrastructure and stations, while integrating electrification systems and civil protection measures adapted to the constraints of the underground railway environment.

The installation of sound barriers will notably help reduce noise pollution and improve the comfort of local residents. The mission includes drafting the construction project, as well as providing support during the tender process and the initial phase of the works, incorporating technical and regulatory requirements.

Finally, special attention will be given to critical components for safety and reliability, such as bogies, car bodies, braking equipment, the traction system and safety systems.

Within the Bordeaux metropolitan area, home to over 800,000 inhabitants and with a limited number of bridges crossing the Garonne in its northern half, the creation of a cable connection would provide an effective solution to daily travel needs. An additional connection between tram lines A and B would thus be established. This mode of transport would guarantee users a high-performance service, with optimised investment and operating costs on this route, while minimising its environmental impact.

Since December 2024, the Ingerop teams have been supporting Bordeaux Métropole on this ambitious project with multiple challenges: climbing the hills on the right bank, crossing railway tracks, and spanning the Garonne River. It is on this last point that a technical challenge must be met to maintain the 53-metre clearance above the river; some pylons could reach heights of nearly 85 metres.

Ingerop’s mission begins with the feasibility study and is expected to continue through to commissioning and monitoring the start of operations (targeted for 2032).

The project aims to increase the transport capacity of Saint-Domingue’s metro line 1 by adding ten trains and three Alstom Metropolis model 9000 vehicles. This involves overseeing the manufacturing and delivery of rolling stock units according to the planned schedule. Ingerop’s mission is to oversee the design, manufacture, testing and commissioning of rolling stock.

Ingerop ensures the reliability of the trains and compliance with specifications, notably by making sure that every delivered unit has passed the required tests: each unit must leave the factory having successfully completed the scheduled inspections. The inspection will then focus on preventive and operational reliability.

MEL has developed a master plan for transport infrastructure that includes the creation of new major public transit links, including the Lille-Villeneuve-d’Ascq BRT line. This will extend over 18 km and will serve 37 stations across eight municipalities. A frequency of less than ten minutes and 80% traffic on a dedicated site are among the ambitious objectives of this project.

As lead contractor of a consortium, Ingerop is carrying out the design and construction supervision for this line, which will complement the existing network to support urban development and land planning.

This project is part of a sustainable mobility approach: it will encourage active modes of transport (walking and cycling) by integrating them into the design and provide a credible alternative to individual car use. The project has strong environmental ambitions, including a goal of HQE sustainable infrastructure certification.