Japanese firms NEC Corp. and Sumitomo Corp. have been tapped to deliver communication systems and an automated fare collection system (AFCS) on the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR).
In a statement, NEC said they have received an order from Hitachi Rail STS S.p.A to deliver the systems for the NSCR, a 147-kilometer and extend from Calamba to New Clark City stations, connecting the Metro Manila area with neighboring areas from north to south.
NEC said the orders cover a section of approximately 35.4 km and nine stations reaching from Solis to Malolos.
The NSCR is financed by an official development assistance loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency.
NEC said these orders will be undertaken in collaboration with partner companies and contracts that will include design, development, manufacturing, equipment procurement, installation, testing and commissioning.
For the communication system, NEC will provide network infrastructure, radio systems, broadcasting systems for station buildings, and surveillance camera systems. For the AFCS, NEC will provide a central system for fare settlement and ID management for transit smartcards, as well as station equipment that includes ticket gates and ticket vending machines.
“Going forward, NEC will continue contributing to new developments in the Philippines and enhancing conveniences for passengers by utilizing advanced digital technologies and actively working to develop transportation infrastructure,” said Misako Ebisawa, general nanager, Global Transport Integration Department, NEC Corp.
