UGL completes radio comms package for Sydney Metro

Since its launch in August 2024, Sydney’s extended metro system has recorded a whopping 5 million passenger journeys. Every one of those passengers relies on a communications network that was delivered by UGL for MTR Australia (Mass Transit Railway Corporation), supporting seamless operations and maintenance, emergency services and mobile coverage.

UGL’s radio team completed the essential radio system works throughout the city section of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project, providing connectivity for passengers from day one. The scope of work encompassed the installation and commissioning of the critical communications radio systems across all station and tunnel areas, integrating with other critical systems such as train, signalling and communications.

The radio communications package consists of various radio systems designed to provide coverage for different users. Mobile phone coverage in underground tunnels and stations is provided by the distributed communication system (DCS); operation and maintenance employees use the operations and maintenance radio system; and emergency services rely on the Police and Government Radio Network (PRN/GRN), connected through the radio distribution network (RDN).

UGL was pleased to achieve key project milestones, including completion of installation, system acceptance and integration tests, and practical completion of the city section of the project. Stuart Hosie, Operations Manager – Communications and Technology Systems at UGL, said this accomplishment “reflects the dedication and expertise of every member of the radio team”.