QTMP / NNGR (Queensland Train Manufacturing Program / New NGR)

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The QTMP is a $9.5 billion program funded by the Queensland Government to design, build, and maintain 65 new trains for the SEQ network. The program also includes the construction of a purpose-built manufacturing faciltiy in the Fraser Coast region, as well as a new rail faciltiy in Ormeau for train maintenance and stabling.

QTMP contract has an option for a further 10 but they cant guarantee they will be delivered before the Olympics, only the 65 already contracted.

Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/BrisbaneTrains/comments/1h74d2a/comment/m0iwxv1

QTMP will have a "remote startup" capability that enables the train to start and reboot remotely including clearing any fault logs prior to the drivers arrival.

Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/BrisbaneTrains/comments/1hifhrg/comment/m2ymu2u

QTMP trains will have a real-time passenger counting system

See: https://channellife.com.au/story/st-engineering-wins-contract-for-new-train-information-system-in-qld

Timeline

  • October 2020: Funding announced for a new fleet of trains.
  • June 2021: Alstom, CAF and Downer announced as shortlisted applicants to deliver Queensland Train Manufacturing Program.
  • October 2021: Torbanlea announced as the location of the train manufacturing facility.
  • April 2022: Early works commenced for the manufacturing facility.
  • Mid-2022: Shortlisted applicants submitted final proposals.
  • October 2022: Ormeau announced as the location for the rail facility.
  • February 2023: Announcement of Downer as the preferred applicant to deliver Queensland Train Manufacturing Program.
  • June 2023: Downer awarded the contract to deliver the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program.
  • Late 2023: Site construction works at the manufacturing and rail facilities started.

(Future dates: indicative only)

  • Late 2025: Construction of the Torbanlea train manufacturing facility completed and train manufacturing begins.
  • Late 2026: The first train is completed and begins testing.
  • Late 2026: Ormeau rail facility construction completed.
  • Q2 2026: QTMP Scheduled to enter service.
  • 2032: All trains expected to be in service.

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