
Addis Ababa Light Rail Transit – Power Distribution Modernization
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Addis Ababa Light Rail Transit – Power Distribution Modernization
Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is undergoing a significant transformation in its public transportation infrastructure. The city’s light rail transit system, the first of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa, needed an electrical distribution revamp to ensure reliable operation, energy efficiency, and passenger safety across all lines.
- Location:
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Project Year:
- 2024
- Client Type:
- Urban Infrastructure – Public Rail Transit Operator
- Solution Provided:
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ABILKEEN delivered a comprehensive rail power solution, integrating:
KYN28A-12 Indoor Metal-clad MV Switchgear
MNS Low Voltage Withdrawable Switchgear
ZW32-12 High Voltage Circuit Breaker
Intelligent Motor Control Centers (MCC)
- Project Outcome:
- The upgraded electrical distribution system ensured: Stable power supply for train operations and critical station equipment Seamless integration with existing SCADA and emergency systems Enhanced operational safety with real-time monitoring and fault isolation Future-readiness for expansion to the upcoming green line and BRT corridors This project marked a milestone in Ethiopia’s infrastructure modernization and established ABILKEEN as a reliable power partner for urban transit networks in Africa.
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