Metro

As cities grow and urban density increases, metro systems provide one of the most effective high-capacity transport solutions available. Fast, frequent and fully separated from road congestion, metro networks deliver the reliability, efficiency and comfort modern passengers expect.

Keolis Australia and New Zealand draws on deep global metro expertise to support the development, mobilisation and operation of world-class metro systems. From early operator involvement through to operations and maintenance, our knowledge spans the entire project lifecycle — ensuring performance, safety and customer experience are embedded from day one.

Keolis is a recognised pioneer in automated metro systems. In 1983, we introduced the world’s first fully automated metro in Lille, France — setting a new benchmark for urban mobility. Today, we operate automated and high-capacity metro networks across France, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, India and China.

Our automated metro capability includes driverless systems operating at the highest grade of automation (GoA4), delivering:

• Increased service frequency and flexibility

• Enhanced safety and operational consistency

• Optimised energy efficiency

• Improved asset performance and reliability

This expertise enables us to support cities transitioning from conventional rail to automation, as well as those delivering entirely new networks.

Our experience includes the design, conversion, expansion and long-term operation of some of the world’s most recognised metro systems:

Lille, France

The world’s first automated metro, launched in 1983. Decades of operational maturity have enabled continuous improvements in efficiency, reliability and environmental performance. Lille operates at the highest level of automation, with no drivers or onboard staff.

Lyon, France

Keolis led the conversion of lines from manual to automated operation, including the introduction of new rolling stock, upgraded signalling systems and major network modernisation.

Rennes, France

Following the success of the first automated line, a second line was delivered to expand capacity and connectivity, reinforcing metro as the backbone of the city’s public transport system.

Docklands Light Railway (DLR), United Kingdom

One of the world’s most recognised automated metro systems, integrating six lines and serving as a key connector across London’s Docklands and financial districts.

Hyderabad, India

A large-scale metro project comparable in scale to Sydney Metro. Keolis was engaged early to support network design, development and operational readiness, ensuring seamless mobilisation.

Shanghai, China

Keolis operates and maintains fully automated metro extensions within the world’s largest metro network. This includes the automated extension of Line 8 and the driverless metro system connecting terminals at Shanghai International Airport.

Keolis combines global innovation with local delivery capability. Our metro expertise supports governments and transport authorities through:

• Early operator engagement during planning and design

• Operational readiness and mobilisation

• Automation conversion and commissioning

• Asset management and performance optimisation

• Customer experience design in high-capacity environments

As Australian and New Zealand cities continue to invest in high-capacity rapid transit, metro will play a defining role in shaping sustainable, productive and liveable urban environments. Keolis brings the proven international experience, automation leadership and operational discipline required to deliver these complex systems successfully.