Glasgow Subway closes for testing on two Sundays

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 12:50 · Archive

Glasgow Subway will close on November 15 and 22 for final testing of new signalling and communications systems.

Glasgow Subway will not operate on Sunday November 15 and Sunday November 22 to allow SPT to conduct comprehensive testing of systems installed during the ongoing modernisation programme. The closures will enable engineers and operational teams to test new signalling and communications systems across the network and support the continued installation of platform screen doors at stations.

Richard Robinson, SPT's director of transport operations, said the work would allow the operator to test key systems in a live railway environment and replicate a range of operational scenarios. 'Over recent years, substantial work has taken place behind the scenes to upgrade key infrastructure across the network. We have now reached the stage where we need to carry out extensive testing to ensure the new signalling and communications systems operate safely, reliably and as intended,' he said.

SPT has urged passengers to plan ahead and allow extra time for travel. The closures coincide with planned M8 motorway closures that will be in place until 1pm on both dates, which may lead to increased traffic and delays on surrounding roads.

How it is being reported

• Glasgow Subway to shut for two days this month for 'critical' engineering workPlanned M8 motorway closures will also be in place while the subway is shut- which SPT is warning may lead to increased traffic and delays.Glasgow Live · 5 Nov, 14:46
• Glasgow Subway to close for two Sundays this month to test systems - here's whenGlasgow's Subway will not operate on two Sundays this month as operator SPT undertakes the next phase of testing for its new signalling, communications and operational systems.The Herald · 5 Nov, 12:10
• Glasgow Subway to shut for two days as passengers warned of disruptionGlasgow Subway will close on November 15 and November 22 for final signalling, communications and platform screen door tests; SPT urges passengers to plan ahead.Glasgow Times · 5 Nov, 09:58

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