Metra Fiber Communications Backbone
Description
Completion of fiber communication network along all Metra rail lines. This project will support communications with station based equipment. BNSF Railroad supplied fiber strands to Metra for use on BNSF Railway line. 12 strand fiber has been upgraded to 288 strand fiber on the Rock Island District line. 288 Fiber will soon be installed along the Metra Electric District line, Milwaukee District North and Milwaukee District West lines.
Status: Planned
Timeframe: Short
Stakeholders
| Metra |
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| Rail Freight Operators |
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| RTA / NITA |
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Inventory
| Metra Fiber Communication Backbone |
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