TRSL signs contract for 72 standard gauge cars for the Surat Metro

Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL), formerly known as Titagarh Wagons Limited, signed a contract for the design, manufacture, supply, testing, commissioning, and training of 72 standard gauge cars for the Surat Metro Rail Phase-I project on October 3, 2023, the company stated in a regulatory filing with the BSE.

The total order value for the project is estimated to be around Rs 857 crore. Work is expected to commence 76 weeks following the signing of the project and is likely to be completed 132 weeks from its start date. The Surat Metro Rail Project comprises two corridors spanning 40.45 kilometres with 38 stations. The total cost of the project is estimated at Rs 12,020 crore.