The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Monash University鈥檚 Institute of Railway Technology (IRT) in Melbourne to advance metro rail technology through joint research, knowledge exchange, and skill-building programmes.
The agreement, signed at Metro Bhawan in Delhi, brings together two leading institutions to collaborate on automation of rolling stock, predictive maintenance of track infrastructure, and overall metro system optimisation. DMRC stated that the partnership will enable joint research efforts in critical operational areas and foster technical cooperation to improve metro rail standards.
Under the MoU, Monash University and the DMRC Academy will also begin academic and professional exchange programmes, designed to enhance the competencies of metro engineers and develop specialised skills through cross-institutional learning.
DMRC will identify specific research projects for IRT to undertake, with tailored contracts for each initiative. Both organisations will also explore additional opportunities in technical collaboration and competency-building.
Describing the collaboration as a 鈥渟ignificant step forward,鈥� DMRC acknowledged the global reputation of IRT for innovation in rail technology. The partnership is expected to support technology transfer, boost operational safety, and enhance passenger experience in India鈥檚 expanding metro networks.
Monash University鈥檚 IRT is widely regarded as a leader in railway engineering and research, and the alliance marks a key milestone in DMRC鈥檚 push to integrate cutting-edge solutions across its infrastructure.
