United Kingdom-London: OTPA (On Train Passenger Announcement) modification on Class 465/466
Details
| Contract Title: | United Kingdom-London: OTPA (On Train Passenger Announcement) modification on Class 465/466 |
| Published Date: | Aug 24, 2025 |
| Notice Type: | Award (ContractAwardNotice) |
| Value Banding: | High Value |
| Delivery Point: | United Kingdom |
Description:
OTPA (On Train Passenger Announcement) modification on Class 465/466 - The requirement for OTPA modification arose from industry-wide concerns about driver distraction caused by GSM-R PA announcements overriding in-cab communications. Network Rail's OTPA programme identified the need to modify the PISC system on Class 465/466 units to correctly prioritise communication channels and improve passenger information delivery. This requirement was first scoped in early 2023 as part of national work le...