European Train Control System ETCS Level 1 Onboard

8154-To complete the retro-fit of the existing IÉ fleet with an onboard ETCS Class A train protection system. Complete the fitment of ETCS Level 1 Onboard equipment to 159 trains through the development of 6 Heads of Series or First in Class prototype trains, one for each of the existing train types in the IÉ fleet. However IÉ may seek to develop additional Heads of Series on other train types that may be required through the life of this contract. The scope of the contract will also include all of the necessary National and European safety approvals including Authorisation to Place on the Market (APOM) for each Head of Series and conformity to type of an approved vehicle for the remainder of each series.