05 July 2024
SYSTRA USA, in a joint venture (JV) with TYPSA, has been selected by the California High-Speed Rail Authority (the Authority) to deliver a comprehensive, efficient, and state-of-the-art track and overhead contact system (OCS) design for the entire guideway from Merced to Bakersfield on the future high-speed line (HSL) in California.

The SYSTRA-TYPSA JV will play a critical role in the program’s overall success, managing intricate design interfaces, collaborating with future contracts, and supporting seamless integration with key stakeholders. The contract is scheduled to last six years and eight months.

This win is a great achievement for SYSTRA and an exciting opportunity to contribute further to the advancement of high-speed rail in the United States of America. This project’s significance cannot be overstated, as it will redefine transportation norms, promote responsible development, and upgrade California’s transportation system for generations to come.

Joseph Bonsignore, Chief Executive Officer, SYSTRA USA
Interior of Bakersfield station

A seasoned team of experts

The team’s leadership, expertise, and commitment were instrumental in securing this prestigious contract. In addition, SYSTRA’s extensive experience and proven leadership in high-speed rail projects around the world solidified our position as a valued partner in realizing the vision of the California High-Speed Rail program.

The team includes 20 subconsultant firms, including 18 small businesses to enhance our team’s capabilities and provide the Authority with the services required for the contract duration. Our commitment to exceeding the Authority’s 31.75% small business participation goal underscores our dedication to inclusivity and excellence.

This landmark endeavour marks the first high-speed rail track and OCS initiative in the United States, setting a new standard for transportation infrastructure. Our team will be integrated with the Authority in Sacramento to deliver the 171-mile (275km) corridor.

SYSTRA: 40 years of excellence in HSR

SYSTRA has been a specialist and pioneer in high-speed rail for over 40 years and has contributed to the design of half of the world’s high-speed lines in service or under construction on five continents. The Group’s experts have contributed to most of the LGVs built in France and are currently working on most of the LGVs being planned in the UK (HS2), the USA (California), Egypt, the Baltic States, Spain, and Sweden.

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