SICE ANZ is proud to announce the successful completion and commissioning of both the Operations Management and Control System (OMCS) and the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) for the landmark West Gate Tunnel Project (WGTP), marking a major milestone in the transformation of Melbourne’s road transport network and setting new standards for safety and operational efficiency.
The West Gate Tunnel, a city-shaping project delivered by CPB John Holland joint venture for Transurban and the Victorian Government, provides a vital alternative to the West Gate Bridge, improves freight efficiency, and removes thousands of trucks from residential streets.
Expected Benefits:
- Travel time savings and productivity gains
- 28,000 fewer vehicles on West Gate Bridge
- 22,000 fewer vehicles on Bolte Bridge
- Over 9,000 trucks removed from local streets daily
SICE’s scope included the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a fully integrated OMCS and ITS, enabling centralised management of tunnel safety, traffic control, and operational efficiency across the new tunnel and connecting corridors.
Key features delivered by SICE for the West Gate Tunnel include:
- SIDERA OMCS platform: Centralised operations for traffic management, plant and equipment, and incident response.
- Comprehensive ITS suite: Driver advisory signage, CCTV, automatic video incident detection, vehicle detection systems, over-height vehicle detection, tunnel closure systems, emergency telephones, and more.
- Communications and control: OMCS hardware (servers and workstations), video wall, network communication system, complete PLC and RIO network, ITS cabinets, public address, radio re-broadcast, and mobile phone systems; all seamlessly integrated with the OMCS.
This achievement follows the successful migration of the CityLink motorway to the SIDERA OMCS platform, ensuring both CityLink and West Gate Tunnel assets are now operated from a unified, future-ready control centre. The transition supports Transurban’s commitment to safe and reliable journeys for Melbourne motorists.
“We are honoured to deliver such an iconic project for the city of Melbourne working closely in partnership with CPB John Holland joint venture and Transurban. This milestone represents a step-change in operational excellence and safety for Melbourne’s road network and it is a testament of SICE’s proven expertise, having delivered 10 tunnel projects across Australia and NZ in the last 10 years”, said Manuel González Arrojo, Managing Director, SICE ANZ.
About the Project
The West Gate Tunnel Project provides a vital alternative to the West Gate Bridge, connecting Melbourne’s west with the CBD through twin road tunnels – 4km outbound and 2.8km citybound, all supported by SICE’s SIDERA OMCS and ITS. The system is designed for future scalability and integration, helping to ensure Melbourne’s transport infrastructure remains resilient and efficient for years to come.
