Ms. Saffioti questions the Transport Minister regarding the timeline and cost of Automatic Train Control (ATC) rollout on the Midland line, as outlined in the Public Transport Plan. The response indicates that the rollout plan and cost are not yet finalised and a business case is being developed.

AnsweredQoN 5802Legislative Assembly
Asked
17 August 2016
Portfolio
Transport

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I refer to the proposed roll out of Automatic Train Control (ATC) technology across the rail network as described on page 35 of the “Public Transport Plan Transport @3.5 million” and ask: (a) over what period of time will ATC be rolled out over the Midland line; and (b) what is the expected cost of this roll out, and what is the source of funding?

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Answered
11 October 2016
Responded by
Minister for Transport
Response time
55 days
The Public Transport Authority advises:
(a)        The Automatic Train Control (ATC) program roll out has not yet been determined, however it should be noted that due to operational running, the Midland and Fremantle lines must be completed together.
(b)        The expected cost for the ATC on the Midland and Fremantle lines is not yet finalised. A Business Case for the ATC is being produced.

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