Using CBTC as an energy-saving tool

On London’s Elizabeth Line, Siemens Mobility has shown how CBTC can do more than maximize capacity. By using its Trainguard MT technology, trains can follow energy-saving driving strategies without affecting performance or passenger comfort. Real-world data from daily operation between Paddington and Bond Street demonstrated savings of up to 43%, proving that intelligent automation and optimized driving to the timetable can significantly cut energy use while supporting sustainable urban transport.