Positive train control

The Lockheed Martin Rail Systems business is applying advanced technologies and proven systems development and integration methodologies to develop and deploy the Positive Train Control (PTC) System. PTC is equivalent to Level 3 ERTMS and provides a cost-effective means for both freight and passenger railways to manage train movements by assessing occupancy and speed limits, monitoring and controlling wayside systems and exchanging instructions and messages with locomotives. The system also includes the control of level crossings and the protection of railway workers.

The PTC project enables the railway industry to increase running-time reliability, track capacity, improve safety and allow for high-speed passenger trains, resulting in cost reductions and increased efficiency. US railways are currently considering upgrade to PTC and Lockheed Martin is leading one such upgrade in Illinois and has started another in Australia. Our PTC solutions are being applied to a variety of US, UK, Canadian, European, Australian and Asian rail business opportunities.

All PTC enquiries should be directed to: Paul Mapletoft + 44 (0) 207 592 7800
paul.mapletoft@lmco.com