Buyer Name: Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer)
Buyer Address: 3 Llys Cadwyn, Pontypridd, UKL15, CF37 4TH, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement.help@tfwrail.wales
Buyer Name: Transport for Wales Rail Limited (Utility Buyer)
Buyer Address: 3 Llys Cadwyn, Pontypridd, UKL15, CF37 4TH, United Kingdom
Contact Email: procurement.help@tfwrail.wales
Transport for Wales (TfW) has awarded a direct award for a Train Movement Information System. This system forms a critical component of TfW’s Control Suite of Systems and is extensively relied upon for both real-time operational monitoring and retrospective analysis.The Train Movement Information System is a specialised platform that delivers real-time updates and predictive insights into train movements across the network. It plays a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely information is available to passengers, thereby enhancing the overall travel experience. Additionally, the system supports improved operational efficiency and decision-making within TfW’s control environment.
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Lot 1 Status: complete
Document Description: Not published
Contract Title: Train Movement Information Systems
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