The Bogota metro authority has chosen WSP as the Lead Civils and Systems Designer for Bogota’s Metro Line 1 in Colombia.
Bogota's Metro Line 1 is an elevated system covering a distance of 23.96 km. It will operate as a fully automatic and driverless metro, seamlessly integrating with the existing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. The metro line is designed to serve a substantial capacity, accommodating 72,000 passengers/hour in each direction, which translates to a daily ridership of 1.05 million passengers. Each automated train has a passenger capacity of 1,800, with 15% of the seating arrangement. These trains will travel at an approximate average speed of 42.5 km/hr, departing at 90-second intervals, resulting in remarkably efficient journeys from one end of the line to the other, with a travel time as short as 27 minutes.
WSP serves as the primary detailed designer for both the civil and systems aspects of Bogota's metro project. Some of the critical professional services it has delivered for this project encompass:
- Development and technical advisory for the GoA4 signaling system.
- Comprehensive detailed design and specification for civil and rail systems.
- System-wide integration.
- Design and operational analysis for the depot.
- Oversight of local and international contractor management.
- Provision of technical support during construction.
- Integration of safety measures and quality management up to the line's opening.
- Design of stations and the seamless integration of full mechanical and electrical services.
WSP is creating a forward-looking design for the new metro system, primed for renewable energy use, population growth, and technological progress. This 100% electric mass transit system promises faster and more eco-friendly transportation for both residents and visitors, with the potential to ease traffic congestion, preventing the release of 171,000 tons of CO2 annually by 2030. Additionally, plans involve integrating 19 km of bike lanes to promote sustainable transport options.
