Hitachi Rail has announced a C$30 million investment in a new Canadian headquarters in Toronto, Ontario. The facility will serve as the Global Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) Competence Centre, providing engineering and technical expertise worldwide.
The new headquarters will occupy 125,000 square feet across 5.5 floors in Consilium Place, located in Toronto's Scarborough district. It is set to officially open in the summer of 2026 and will house 1,100 employees and 100 paid interns. The building is LEED Silver and BOMA-certified, aligning with Hitachi Rail's commitment to environmentally friendly operations.
This investment builds on a previous C$100 million commitment to develop SelTrac™ G9, the next generation of rail signaling technology. The new office aims to attract tech talent and foster innovation in rail technology, reinforcing Toronto's position as a tech hub and Canada's growing leadership in the sector.
Arnaud Besse, Chief Operating Officer of Hitachi Rail Canada, emphasized the company's commitment to Ontario, noting that the new office will be a hub for next-generation signaling technology. This technology is expected to increase capacity, improve reliability, and reduce costs for transit systems globally.
Andrea Hazell, MPP for Scarborough—Guildwood, welcomed the investment, highlighting its potential to strengthen the local economy and create job opportunities. She noted the significance of such investments in advancing transit solutions in the region.
Hitachi Rail's SelTrac™ CBTC technology, developed in Toronto, is utilized in urban rail systems worldwide, including in cities like London, Paris, and New York. The next-generation technology will integrate AI and 5G to enhance efficiency and sustainability in subway systems.
Hitachi Rail has been a key player in Toronto's rail signaling business for nearly 50 years, contributing significantly to the Canadian economy. The company has also partnered with Ontario Tech University to develop a Railway Engineering Specialization, supporting the next generation of rail expertise.
The company is a lead partner in the Ontario Line, North America's largest subway project, and has a history of innovation in Canada, dating back to the 1970s with the Vancouver SkyTrain.
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