Rail intervention planning becomes much harder when different teams are working from different versions of the truth. Asset condition may sit in one system, project costs in another, delivery assumptions in a spreadsheet and route knowledge in someone’s head. Each source may be useful on its own, but when they

Good asset data matters in rail, but asset data on its own does not create a better plan. Many organisations have spent years improving registers, standardising records and building more reliable views of their infrastructure. That work is important, but it only solves part of the problem. The harder question is

Rail Vision Ltd., an early commercialisation stage technology company transforming railway safety through advanced AI-integrated sensing systems, announced today the signing of a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Railserve Inc. (“Railserve”), a leading North American industrial railyard services company. The MOU reflects the parties’ mutual interest in expanding their collaboration

Holland is gearing up for InnoTrans 2026 with one of its most comprehensive displays to date, highlighting innovations that advance rail infrastructure performance and reliability. New to Holland’s Welding Portfolio At the outdoor stand, visitors can explore Holland’s Intelliweld® Gauge Corner Restoration (GCR) machine, designed specifically for tram rail systems. This equipment

At Althen we are very pleased to announce the expansion of our long-standing partnership with Jewell Instruments. With this new agreement, Althen becomes the official Sales Partner for Jewell Instruments in France and the United Kingdom. The expansion builds on our existing representation of Jewell across Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium,

Icomera is pleased to welcome two new colleagues to the team: Jessie Nichols, who joins as Director of Client Success, North America, and Moh Welter, who joins as Sales Director for Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Jessie Nichols and Moh Welter at Icomera © Icomera Jessie Nichols, Director Of Client Success, North America Based in

Axle counting is considered as one of the most advanced methods for monitoring track sections and detecting trains. Unlike traditional track circuits, which rely on the electrical conductivity of the rails, axle counting systems use wheel sensors mounted on the track. These sensors detect the axles of passing trains and

Understanding the True Railcar Component Lifespan In the rail industry, the cost of “getting it wrong” is measured in more than just dollars, it is measured in safety, risk, and operational longevity. Railcar components do not fail in an instant; they undergo a predictable, albeit complex, degradation over time. The true

Asset maintenance planning sits at the centre of modern rail infrastructure management. It is the point where condition data, engineering judgement, cost, timing and delivery constraints all have to come together in a form that supports real decisions. For infrastructure managers, the challenge is not simply understanding what assets exist

Rail procurement covers dimensional tolerances, surface condition and mechanical performance but rarely magnetism – a quality parameter that can determine whether a rail welds cleanly, train protection systems respond correctly and urban switches remain operational, writes Christian Spiess, Chief Operating Officer of Maurer Magnetic. Manufacturers face intense pressure to deliver steel

Recent Highlights It’s been a busy start to 2026 for One Big Circle. From a major strategic partnership to new training opportunities and expanded platform capabilities, here’s a look at what we’ve been up to and how it’s helping build a safer, smarter railway. Strategic Partnership with Loram One Big Circle has announced

Recent Highlights It’s been a busy start to 2026 for One Big Circle. From a major strategic partnership to new training opportunities and expanded platform capabilities, here’s a look at what we’ve been up to and how it’s helping build a safer, smarter railway. Strategic Partnership with Loram One Big Circle has announced

So, you think you’ve found the ideal executive hire for your business. They have all the hard and soft skills that matter- everything checks off. But when you meet them, you find their cultural fit just doesn’t match your company. Research reveals 84% of recruiters say cultural fit was one of

For nearly 70 years, Tramway Lausannois was the heartbeat of Lausanne until the network was discontinued in 1964. Today, after a 60-year absence, the tramway is finally returning to the city’s landscape. At Sécheron, we are proud to have played a critical role in this historic revival, providing the reliable

ROCENTER by ROBEL Rail Automation operates at a high level of fully automated switch restoration, supported by a dedicated Switch Laboratory where process development takes place under controlled conditions before being transferred directly to the ROBOT machine for on-track applications. The integrated process combines scanning, milling, welding and reprofiling technologies

At one time or another you may have used a swipe card, a keypad or remote controlled device to gain entry into a secure room, building or vehicle, without giving thought to the system behind this convenient user interface. These electronic access systems incorporate electronic locks or latches (EMLs) to

Railway electrification is evolving rapidly — but are your overhead line components evolving with it? As rail operators and infrastructure managers face growing pressure to increase network reliability, improve operational efficiency, and reduce total lifecycle costs, every component within the overhead line system plays a critical role in overall network performance.