Germany, June 25 -- Siemens Mobility and Swiss BLS Netz AG have agreed on a joint, long-term framework agreement worth €110 million. The contract includes modernization of the existing control and safety technology to meet the latest European Train Control System standard (ETCS Level 2). Siemens Mobility will supply state-of-the-art safety systems for cab signaling as well as train control technology. As a first step, the regional railway line between the Swiss city of Bern and Schwarzenburg will be equipped with this advanced technology. The awarded sum includes options for additional projects that are to be implemented in the next decade according to the BLS ERTMS implementation concept for cab signaling.BLS AG is modernizing its 17...