Metra Fiber Communications Backbone
Description
Completion of fiber communication network along all Metra rail lines. This project will support communications with station based equipment, for passenger wi–fi use and electronic fare collection. BN Railroad supplied fiber strands to Metra for use on BNSF Railway line. 12 fiber is being upgraded to 288 fiber on the Metra Electric District line and the Rock Island District line. 288 Fiber will soon be installed along the Milwaukee District North and Milwaukee District West lines.
Status
Planned
Timeframe
Short
Stakeholders
| Metra |
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| Rail Freight Operators |
| Regional Transportation Authority |
Inventory
| Metra Fiber Communication Backbone |
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