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    Sri Lanka Suburban Railway Modernisation (Colombo Coastal & KV Lines)

    Sri Lanka · Asia · Rail Upgrade

    Under ConstructionCapex: $160M

    Project overview

    This signalling upgrade covers 58 km of track in Sri Lanka, deploying ERTMS Level 1. The line uses 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrification, ERTMS Level 1 signalling and 1676 mm Iberian broad gauge. Sri Lanka Railways is delivering the project, with Larsen & Toubro and Hyundai Rotem as main contractors. Under construction since 2020, the line is scheduled to open in 2027, with an investment of USD 160 m.

    Type
    Rail Upgrade
    Country
    Sri Lanka
    Region
    Asia
    Status
    under construction
    Investment
    $160M