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INNOVIA
Leading solution for urban and airport transit
The INNOVIA APM 300 system embodies the evolution of successful and dependable transit operations over many years. These systems operate on dedicated guideways and are characterized by exceptional route flexibility, outstanding availability and high efficiency in terms of passenger capacity, energy consumption and land use.
The INNOVIA APM 300 system is a driverless transportation system specially designed to serve airports and dense urban areas. It offers quick, comfortable and convenient service for commuters within cities, to and from airports or between airport terminals. INNOVIA APM 300 cars operate on a dedicated guideway underground, on ground level or elevated. This ensures a consistent service that does not interfere with surrounding road or runway traffic. Built on more than 45-years of successful and dependable operation, INNOVIA APM 300 systems incorporate modern aesthetics and advanced subsystems for optimized functionality. Over 30 of Bombardier’s APM systems have been delivered around the world, and are in operation at nine of the world’s busiest airports.
The latest evolution of proven technology
- Smooth ride quality and minimized interior and exterior noise
- Easy integration, even around existing infrastructure
- An unprecedented track record in performance and safety
- Low overall capital costs
- Low lifecycle costs
- Spacious and highly accessible vehicles
- Intelligent power management for increased energy efficiency
World-leading performance
From London to Guangzhou, Phoenix to Dubai, our rubber-tired APM systems transport thousands of passengers reliably, quickly and safely every day. Bombardier is recognized as a world leader in this segment, with our APM technology offering:
- Efficient service designed to carry up to 43,000 passengers per hour per direction
- Exceptional route flexibility allowing for tight curves (22 m) and steep grades (10 per cent)
- Speeds of up to 80 km/h
- Industry-leading system availability levels of more than 99.8 per cent
- Headways as short as 90 seconds
- Flexible vehicle configurations of one-car to six-car trains
The INNOVIA APM 300 system in Dubai is designed to carry more than 200,000 passengers daily.
Innovative design for passenger comfort and capacity
State-of-the-art aluminum INNOVIA APM 300 vehicles have lightweight, durable and impact- and corrosion-resistant carbodies. The vehicles are customizable, allowing customers to select from various pre-designed and integrated options, saving time and development costs.
Spacious, modern interiors comfortably accommodate high passenger volumes. Seating arrangements can be customized to suit the specific requirements of urban and airport applications. INNOVIA APM 300 vehicle interiors also include options for luggage racks, infotainment screens, CCTV and walk-through carriages for increased safety and convenience.
The spacious interior is customized to meet the customer’s specific requirements.
Innovative design for passenger comfort and capacity
State-of-the-art aluminum INNOVIA APM 300 vehicles have lightweight, durable and impact- and corrosion-resistant carbodies. The vehicles are customizable, allowing customers to select from various pre-designed and integrated options, saving time and development costs.
Spacious, modern interiors comfortably accommodate high passenger volumes. Seating arrangements can be customized to suit the specific requirements of urban and airport applications. INNOVIA APM 300 vehicle interiors also include options for luggage racks, infotainment screens, CCTV and walk-through carriages for increased safety and convenience.
Integrated solution for cities and airports
INNOVIA APM 300 systems operate on dedicated guideways. The versatility of INNOVIA technology means the system can easily be implemented in both greenfield and brownfield sites. System layouts can be adjusted to existing facilities, site terrain, elevation requirements, predicted passenger traffic and budget.
Stations can be located anywhere along the guideway route, and even integrated directly into buildings. System expansions, including route extensions, additional trains and stations, can be completed with minimal or no disruption to revenue service.
INNOVIA APM 300 system – Shanghai, China
Bombardier Transportation has delivered the INNOVIA APM 300 system for Shanghai Metro’s Line 8 phase 3 project, also known as Pujiang Line. The system was supplied by Bombardier’s Chinese joint venture CRRC Puzhen Bombardier Transportation Systems Limited (PBTS), and is the result of an order placed by Shanghai Shentong Metro Co. Ltd. in June 2015 for a turnkey automated people mover (APM) system with 44 vehicles.
Shanghai’s Pujiang Line is a new 6.6 km, dual-lane elevated, driverless APM system that solves Pujiangzhen’s first-and-last-kilometre challenge by connecting this large residential district to the Line 8 interchange at the Shendu Highway station. The INNOVIA APM 300 system, Bombardier’s latest generation of highly-reliable APM technology, offers an eco-friendly passenger experience with a focus on efficiency and safety. It features low-noise and low-vibration rubber tires, while its 1.9-metre wide doors facilitate boarding and exiting, reducing the time required at each stop. Paired with the CITYFLO 650 solution – an innovative communications-based train control technology – the INNOVIA APM 300 system also increases the line’s capacity by safely reducing the time and distance needed between each vehicle travelling on the line. In addition, the absence of a driver’s cabin means passengers sitting in the front have a 270° view angle to enjoy the spectacular landscape along the Pujiang Line.
- Entered into passenger service in 2018
- 44 vehicles over a 6.6 km line
INNOVIA APM 300 system – Dubai, UAE
Bombardier Transportation delivered a turnkey INNOVIA APM 300 automated people mover system at Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports. The system started its operation in February 2016.
As part of Dubai Airport’s expansion program, the new APM system connects the existing Terminal 1 to the new Concourse 4. The driverless INNOVIA APM 300 system uses Bombardier’s CITYFLO 650 communications-based automatic train control technology and offers short headways, high reliability and efficient operation. The fleet of 18 driverless INNOVIA APM 300 vehicles operate as five-car trains over a 1.5 km elevated system, and are designed to carry 200,00 passengers daily.
Bombardier's scope included the design, supply and installation of eletrical and mechanical equipment, including project management, systems engineering and integration, testing and commissioning.
- Entered into passenger service in 2016
- 18 vehicles over a 1.5 km line
- Designed to carry 200,000 passengers daily
INNOVIA APM 200 system – Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, USA
Bombardier Transportation delivered the INNOVIA APM 200 automated people mover system at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in 2013. Known as PHX Sky Train, the APM system provides a comfortable and efficient connection between Terminal 3, Terminal 4, airport parking and the regional transit network. Bombardier has provided operations and maintenance services since it opened, ensuring the system operates reliably and continuously 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The system includes a fleet of 18 driverless INNOVIA APM vehicles operating as two-car trains and carries 10,000 passengers each day. The mostly elevated 3.8 km system is the first transit guideway in the world to go over an active taxiway, which is high enough for a 747 aircraft to pass underneath
Bombardier designed and supplied all electrical and mechanical equipment for the PHX Sky Train system, including the highly proven CITYFLO 650 automatic train control technology.
- Entered into passenger service in 2013
- 18 vehicles over a 3.8 km line
- The PHX Sky Train system is free to ride and carries 10,000 passengers each day
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Our versatile portfolio of INNOVIA fully automated, driverless transit system solutions includes automated metros and automated monorails, automated people movers. These systems combine reliable performance and overall operating flexibility with highly efficient passenger capacity, energy consumption and land use − all crucial factors to operating authorities worldwide.
