How can clearance infringements be identified automatically, asset data updated more efficiently, and the quality of infrastructure data improved in a sustainable way? In the Speakers’ Corner at InnoTrans 2026, Inga Dischinger and Erik Kreer from infraView demonstrate how X2BIM.lira and X2BIM.objects combine Mobile Mapping, Artificial Intelligence and expert knowledge. The

Trackside maintenance crews working in low light face real risks: missed defects, increased accidents and fatigued workers. 900 Communications’ high-output LED lighting towers are changing what’s possible. As the nights draw in and the clocks go back, the rail industry faces a familiar yet critical challenge – ensuring the safety and

ASC RAIL Series: Accurate. Precise. Certified. With the ASC RAIL series of MEMS-based precision accelerometers and gyroscopes certified to EN 50155 and other relevant industry norms, ASC Sensors empowers railway networks across the world. These robust analog, digital and smart sensors set new milestones in railway safety, capacity and productivity. Analog accelerometers Analog

The Evolution of Oil Feed Engineering, Argus Fluidhandling and the Alfagomma Group The story of Oil Feed Engineering sits at the heart of Europe’s hydraulic engineering evolution – stretching from early British tyre manufacturing to today’s global fluid power systems. What started as a domestic rubber industry network under the British

Germany’s ICE network continues to grow in scope and importance, and so does the need for modern, high-capacity maintenance facilities. One of the latest additions is the new ICE-Werk Dortmund-Hafen, a state-of-the-art depot designed to keep Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed trains reliably in service. The facility combines advanced building and rail

A new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will see Dual Inventive integrate DYWIDAG’s Infrastructure Intelligence platform with MTinfo 3000 cloud platform, creating a seamless pathway for faster, smarter rail safety responses. Dual Inventive is working in collaboration with DYWIDAG to explore the integration of validated infrastructure condition monitoring directly into operational railway

Some say that in the digital age trade shows have come out of fashion. If you visited InnoTrans in Berlin in September, you would surely agree that this statement could not be any further from the truth. InnoTrans marked its 30th anniversary this year and the place was buzzing with

Engineering More Predictable Railway Performance As railway networks evolve to accommodate higher traffic volumes, heavier axle loads and increasingly demanding environmental conditions, infrastructure managers face a common challenge: delivering long-term track performance while reducing maintenance needs, controlling noise and vibration, and improving sustainability. Achieving these objectives requires more than robust track

For a rail infrastructure business case, a single cost total is rarely enough. Planners need to understand what sits behind the figure, which assumptions shape it and how changes in scope could affect it. With investment pipelines under scrutiny, the 2026 House of Commons Transport Committee report highlighted how fluctuating

Railway networks have endured some intense summer conditions this year, and AIVR’s expanding feature set has been there to support engineering work during and between the heatwaves. As the season begins to change towards the wet and windy, here’s how the latest AIVR developments are continuing to provide our community

Ryan Anderson, CEO of INGLAS, explains how ImpactSentinel™ can transform rockfall barriers, nets and fences from passive structures into active safety assets. INGLAS exists to help rail operators make faster, safer decisions when natural hazards strike. Rockfalls and landslides rarely announce themselves, and in mountainous or exposed terrain, the difference between

Modernising control command and signalling (CCS) architecture is not simply a matter of replacing outdated components – it is an opportunity to rethink the underlying architecture from the ground up. That opportunity arises because several pressures are converging on railway infrastructure worldwide at the same time: ageing generations of interlockings,

During InnoTrans in Berlin, our colleagues had the opportunity to meet with the Jewell Instruments team and discuss the latest developments in their inertial sensor portfolio. One of these developments is the expansion of Jewell’s Ruby MEMS platform with a new generation of digital accelerometers and inclinometers. Edwin Goezinne of Althen

The international group presents its advanced compressed air solutions in Berlin, featuring the high-performance RVR range, the APM 300 unit for airport shuttles, and high-efficiency systems for the B2B sector. Mattei Group’s team at InnoTrans 2026, Berlin, with its RVR rail compressor range on display © MATTEI GROUP Vimodrone (MI), September 3, 2026

Leaders provide the guidance that makes a company go around. But what happens when there’s a short-term or unexpected leadership vacancy? Many companies will find an interim worker to fill the leadership gap and keep operations running smoothly. Learn how the process might work and what its benefits are. Looking up at

As railway systems continue to move towards greater electrification, reliability and reduced maintenance are becoming increasingly important when selecting switching solutions for onboard electrical equipment. To meet these requirements, celduc® relais, a leading manufacturer of Solid State Relays (SSRs), has developed the SMI Series, a new range of compact High-Voltage

With the construction start for the new multi-purpose building at Elektro-Thermit GmbH & Co. KG in Halle (Saale), Goldschmidt is sending a clear signal for the strategic development of this longstanding site. The new building is a core element of a comprehensive modernisation concept designed to make the location future-proof.

At InnoTrans 2026, one topic came up again and again in conversations at our stand: how can rail turn the rapid progress in AI and digitalisation into real improvements in daily operations? Across the four days of InnoTrans, many conversations came back to the same challenges: How can people and assets

30 Years of InnoTrans and 80 Years of ZÖLLNER InnoTrans 2026 was a whirlwind, and a highly successful one at that. As one of 3,190 exhibitors, we had the opportunity to present our solutions to around 175,000 visitors from across the rail industry. The scale of the event was impressive, with

Customer Challenge Hankyu Railways operates approximately 3,300 trains per weekday across a network of 90 stations, connecting the Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto areas and carrying around 1.7 million passengers each day. Elevated twin-track viaduct under construction near Awaji Station in Osaka, with rails fastened to concrete sleepers using Pandrol FastClip The Hankyu Awaji

What Frauscher Showed at InnoTrans 2026 – and What Was Really Discussed at the Stand One platform for multiple object controllers, a new wheel sensor generation and a concept that frees train detection from signalling cable: the highlights from the Frauscher stand in Hall 27, Booth 270 – including the topics

In railway technology, reliability is not a promise, but a basic requirement. For decades, Richard AG has been developing robust vacuum main switches for railway catenary systems that meet the highest requirements for safety, availability and service life. Built for reliability: high-voltage components that protect rail vehicles against overload and short

Following successful trials and a competitive tender process, SJ has selected Icomera to deliver the fleet-wide rollout of satellite connectivity across its SJ 3000 fleet. The investment marks the next phase of SJ’s programme to deliver an even faster and more reliable onboard connectivity experience for passengers travelling across Sweden

Totalkare, one of the UK’s leading providers of heavy-duty vehicle lifting, testing and maintenance equipment, has announced that it has been acquired by Levanta Group, the leading workshop solutions business across Australia and New Zealand. Totalkare directors Ralph Green, Karl Sharples and Lester Sharples standing outside the Totalkare facility in the

Vossloh Rolling Stock GmbH, based in Kiel, Germany, is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of modern universal locomotives for both shunting and mainline operations. Since receiving TSI certification, the DE 18 locomotive has been sold more than 130 times across Europe, combining a continuous power output of 1,800 kW with

When people talk about a rail digital twin, the conversation often starts with the model itself. There is usually a lot of focus on the visual layer, the data feeds and the idea of creating a live digital representation of the network. Those things matter, but they are not what

Once again, INPS will be at APTA Expo! APTA’s TRANSform & EXPO is where the world of public transportation converges to explore cutting-edge technology, innovative mobility solutions, and the future of the industry. INPS at APTA Booth 4257@ INPS GROUP Transit Parts & Specialty Components@ INPS GROUP As the largest showcase of

The future of railway communications is taking shape. Yet the most difficult phase may still lie ahead: introducing a new communications standard without disrupting operations, the systems and people that keep trains moving. Markus Myslivec, Head of Public Transport Solutions, Frequentis, explores the capabilities needed to make FRMCS a success.

Developed in direct response to customer feedback, Paragon’s next-generation smart fuel pump is securing widespread OEM adoption by transforming a historically silent component into an active, self-regulating diagnostic tool. In the demanding world of freight rail operations every minute of uptime is critical. A locomotive out of service is a significant