EXTENSION OF THE U2 UNDERGROUND LINE AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW U5 UNDERGROUND LINE

The aim of this prestigious large-scale project by Wiener Linien and the City of Vienna is to enhance and develop the existing underground network in the city centre.

EXTENSION OF THE U2 UNDERGROUND LINE AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW U5 UNDERGROUND LINE

KEY DATA:

  • Customer: Wiener Linien GmbH & Co KG
  • Performance period: 2019-2028
  • U2 construction sites: Rathaus, Neubaugasse, Pilgramgasse, Reinprechtsdorfer Straße, Matzleinsdorfer Platz
  • U5 construction sites: Karlsplatz, Museumsquartier, Volkstheater, Rathaus, Frankhplatz

DESCRIPTION:

The preparation for the first construction phase have already begun at Cegelec City Solutions Vienna:

  • Construction of the new “Frankhplatz” and “Reinprechtsdorfer Straße” stations
  • Construction of the “Pilgramgasse U2xU4 intersection”
  • Conversion of the existing U2 underground line from Rathaus to Karlsplatz (will become U5) to driverless operation

SCOPE OF DELIVERY AND SERVICE:

  • Low-voltage main distribution system, passage and platform distributors
  • Installation of the piping and cable tray systems
  • Installation of grounding and lightning protection systems
  • Delivery & installation of the complete cabling, including lighting for the tracks and station area
  • Delivery & installation of cabling for instrumentation and control systems as well as heat and smoke exhaust systems