San Francisco Advances Muni Metro Train Control Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 12, 20250 The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has launched the next phase of its Train Control Upgrade Project (TCUP), aimed at overhauling the train signalling and control systems across the Muni Metro network. The project will introduce a communications-based train control (CBTC) system, which uses continuous, real-time data exchange between trains
Avanti West Coast Launches Virtual Work Experience Course Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 12, 20250 Avanti West Coast has launched a new, entirely virtual work experience course for young people aspiring to a career in rail. The six-hour course, which has been realised through a partnership with careers platform Springpod, is a free online programme aimed at anyone over the age of 13 and includes information
UK: Passengers Invited to Trial GPS-Based Train Ticketing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 6, 20250 From today (6 June), rail passengers in Yorkshire and the East Midlands are being invited to register for a digital ticketing trial designed to make train travel more straightforward. The initiative is part of the government’s wider efforts to reform the rail system and increase public transport use. An EMR Class 170
Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers
Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers
Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers
Siemens Mobility Completes Automation Upgrade for Dutch Rail Freight Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 Siemens Mobility has finalised the automation of the Kijfhoek freight rail yard in the Netherlands under a contract with infrastructure manager ProRail B.V. The upgraded facility, located near Rotterdam, is now operating at full capacity using an automated yard management system designed to improve operational efficiency and freight handling. Siemens Mobility delivers
Northern Introduces New Assisted Travel Support Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20250 Northern has launched a new service aiming to provide information and guidance for passengers in need of assistance when travelling. The service, which is available through WhatsApp between 6:00 and 23:00, seven days a week, offers access to a dedicated travel support team equipped to provide information on journey planning, disruption
Network Rail Signs New Solar Agreement with EDF Renewables UK Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 30, 20250 A new solar farm in Norfolk is set to provide power for a number of Network Rail stations and offices following a deal between the rail body and energy supplier EDF Renewables. The Corporate Purchase Power Agreement will see the farm provide Network Rail with 64GWh of clean energy at a
Hitachi Rail Signs Contracts to Deliver Fare Collection System in Bangkok Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 28, 20250 Hitachi Rail has signed four contracts with CH. Karnchang for the delivery of a new Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system for the MRT Orange Line, as well as upgrades of existing AFC systems on both the MRT Blue & Purple Lines for the Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM). The new system
Washington Metro Introduces Automatic Train Operation on Green and Yellow Lines Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 27, 20250 The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) has begun using Automatic Train Operation (ATO) on the Green and Yellow Metro lines in Washington, D.C.. The rollout, which commenced on Friday, 23 May, follows a period of internal training, system testing, and approval from the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission. A Green Line train ©
Deutsche Bahn Uses Old Car Batteries to Help Power Leipzig ICE Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 27, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has fitted its long-distance ICE train depot in Leipzig with a new energy system that combines solar panels with old electric car batteries. This is the first time DB has used this kind of battery storage at one of its ICE depots. PV system on the technical hall of
SWR Introduces Superfast Wi-Fi on Select Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 20, 20250 South Western Railway (SWR) has introduced superfast Wi-Fi on services between the London suburb of Earlsfield and Basingstoke. Capable of providing speeds up to 20 times faster than the current available average, SWR have now become the first train operator in Europe to implement the new rail-5G Wi-Fi technology. The new superfast
Alstom Installs Photovoltaic Panel System at Sahagún Site Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 14, 20250 Alstom has installed a new photovoltaic panel system at its 500,000 m2 manufacturing site in Ciudad Sahagún, Mexico, its third largest production plant in the world. The 1,080 new photovoltaic panels offer a production capacity of 583 kWh and are expected to generate roughly 1,200 MWh of energy per annum, amounting
ScotRail Introduces Starlink Satellite Technology in New Trial Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 13, 20250 In a UK-first for onboard passenger Wi-Fi; ScotRail has introduced new, Starlink-enabled satellite technology across a rural route in the North of Scotland. The system, which was devised in partnership with Clarus Network, now allows trains throughout rural Scotland to access connections provided by a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network. The
Alstom to Support Digital Systems on Stockholm Metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20250 Alstom has entered into a five-year agreement with Storstockholms Lokaltrafik (SL) to provide ongoing support and development for the digital systems used in the Stockholm metro’s Movia C20 and C30 train fleets. The agreement came into effect on 1 April 2025 and includes an option for a further two-year extension. Iconic and
Brightline Introduces Motorsport-Inspired Wi-Fi to Passenger Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20250 Brightline Florida is set to improve onboard Wi-Fi across its train fleet through a new partnership with McLaren Applied, a technology company with roots in Formula One. The collaboration brings motorsport-grade communications to the rail sector, aimed at delivering more reliable internet access for passengers. Brightline anticipates the McLaren Applied system will
Norway: Stadler to Supply Signalling for Bergen Light Rail Expansion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20250 Stadler has been contracted to supply signalling technology for the expansion of the Bybanen light rail network in Bergen, Norway. The agreement was signed with Bybanen Utbygging, a state-owned development organisation under the Vestland County Council. Contract signing © Stadler The contract covers the design, delivery, and implementation of signalling systems for upcoming extensions
First ARGOS Digital Interlocking System Commissioned in France Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20250 The first ARGOS Digital Interlocking System has been officially commissioned on SNCF Réseau’s French national rail network by the HR/EQUANS/SNIC consortium, led by Hitachi Rail. This milestone marks the beginning of a broader roll-out under the ARGOS programme, initiated by SNCF Réseau to upgrade and digitalise its signalling infrastructure. Hitachi Rail Consortium
Steam Locomotive Operates with Digital Signalling in Industry First Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 17, 20250 A steam locomotive has successfully run using Hitachi Rail’s European Train Control System (ETCS) digital signalling technology for the first time. The trial, completed on the Cambrian line in Wales, marks a new development in the integration of heritage rail vehicles with modern railway infrastructure. Hitachi Rail Enables Digitally Signalled Steam Locomotive
Power Upgrades Underway to Support New Piccadilly Line Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 16, 20250 UK Power Networks Services has signed a 24 million GBP contract to deliver High Voltage (HV) power network upgrades to support new rolling stock on London Underground’s Piccadilly line. The work forms part of a broader infrastructure programme preparing the network for the introduction of the new trains. This is the second
Taiwan: Alstom to Deliver Driverless Signalling System for Taichung Blue Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 16, 20250 Alstom has secured a 159 million USD contract to deliver a driverless communications-based train control (CBTC) signalling system for the Taichung Metro’s Blue Line. The project, commissioned by the Rapid Transit System Bureau of the Taichung City Government, is being delivered by an international consortium that includes Singapore Technologies Engineering (STE),
Alstom to Equip Hamburg S-Bahn Trains for Digital Rail Operations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20250 Alstom has signed a contract with S-Bahn Hamburg to upgrade 82 BR 490 trains with the European Train Control System (ETCS) and Automatic Train Operation (ATO) technology. The agreement, valued at over 60 million EUR, forms part of broader efforts to introduce more digital systems into Germany’s rail network. The S-Bahn trains
ADIF Joins EULYNX to Support Railway Signalling Standardisation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 9, 20250 Spain’s national railway infrastructure manager, ADIF, has formally joined the EULYNX Consortium, which is focussed on the future of railway signalling in Europe. This move forms part of ADIF’s ongoing work to modernise and standardise railway signalling systems across its network. Adif signalling beacons © Adif EULYNX is a collaborative European initiative aimed at
UK: Rail Innovation Funding Looks to Enhance Passenger Experience Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 7, 20250 The Department for Transport has launched a new round of its First of a Kind (FOAK) competition, offering 5 million GBP in government funding to trial new technologies that could improve passenger experience across the rail network. Run in partnership with Innovate UK, the FOAK competition is now in its eighth
UK: Siemens Mobility Breaks Ground on New Chippenham Facility Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 7, 20250 Siemens Mobility has officially broken ground on its new, 100 million GBP facility in Chippenham, Wiltshire. Leaders at Siemens Mobility were joined by Rail Minister, Lord Peter Hendy, Chippenham MP, Sarah Gibson, past employees and members of the local community to mark the beginning of the construction process. The new facility is
RB Rail AS Enters Negotiation Phase for Rail Baltica Signalling Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 4, 20250 RB Rail AS has launched formal negotiations with shortlisted bidders for the design and construction of the Control-Command and Signalling (CCS) subsystem of the Rail Baltica project. This phase is set to last one month and marks a significant step in the procurement process for the high-speed railway’s core safety and
UK: LNER Begins Implementation of New Delay Prediction Tool Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 25, 20250 London North Eastern Railway (LNER) has begun the implementation of new machine learning technology to help predict train delays following a successful trial at both Peterborough and Newark Northgate stations. The tool, which has already helped to avoid more than 450 potential delays at the aforementioned stations, takes data from previous
US: ABB and Stadler Partner on Sustainable Passenger Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 19, 20250 ABB and Stadler are collaborating to enhance sustainable rail transport in the United States. Through this initiative, ABB will supply traction converters and Pro Series Traction Batteries for Metra’s and Caltrans’ new trainsets in Illinois and California. This will contribute to the development of environmentally friendly rail systems. A Stadler FLIRT H2
US: ABB and Stadler Partner on Sustainable Passenger Rail Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 19, 20250 ABB and Stadler are collaborating to enhance sustainable rail transport in the United States. Through this initiative, ABB will supply traction converters and Pro Series Traction Batteries for Metra’s and Caltrans’ new trainsets in Illinois and California. This will contribute to the development of environmentally friendly rail systems. A Stadler FLIRT H2
Hitachi Rail Presents HMAX Platform at NVIDIA GTC 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 18, 20250 Hitachi Rail is participating in the annual NVIDIA GTC, a global event focused on digitisation and artificial intelligence, taking place in San Jose, California from 17 to 21 March 2025. The conference brings together experts and industry leaders to discuss the impact of AI and digital technologies across various sectors, including
ScotRail Begins Trials of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 18, 20250 ScotRail has begun trialling Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) as an alternative to diesel in one of its Class 156 train units. The trial was initiated on 19 February, and is set to run for 12 weeks at the operator’s Corkerhill Depot, with testing carried out in partnership with Angel Trains and
Amtrak Introduces New Features to Mobile App Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 13, 20250 Amtrak has announced a number of updates to its mobile app, aiming to streamline customer experience and simplify navigation. Updates include improvements to train status notifications and journey progression data following recent customer feedback. The various updates have been implemented following customer feedback © Amtrak The app, which is available on both iOS and
Alstom to Supply 50 Onvia Cab ETCS Units to CZ Loko Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 11, 20250 Alstom has signed a contract with CZ Loko for the supply of 50 Onvia Cab ETCS onboard units over the next two years. The contract, valued at 9 million EUR, marks a continuation of cooperation between the two companies. Installation of the onboard units is set to begin in March 2025. The
MTA Announces Pilot Programme for TrackInspect System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 4, 20250 The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has announced a new pilot programme with Google Public Sector to further develop its TrackInspect prototype system. TrackInspect, developed in collaboration with the Rapid Innovation Team at Google Public Sector, combines sensors with advanced cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) technology to detect potential track issues ahead
Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Systems on Lisbon’s Cascais Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 26, 20250 Hitachi Rail has been contracted to upgrade telecommunications and passenger information systems on the Cascais Line in Lisbon, Portugal. The work is being carried out for Infraestruturas de Portugal as part of ongoing modernisation efforts. The Cascais Line is one of Lisbon’s busiest commuter routes © Hitachi Rail Hitachi Rail, working with SISINT and
DB ESG to Trial Hydrogen-Powered Carbon Clean and Capture for Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 25, 20250 DB ESG, a provider of rolling stock engineering solutions, has received funding from InnovateUK to look at the effect of hydrogen-powered carbon clean and capture on the exhaust emissions of an engine. The project aims to assess the potential of prolonging the life of internal combustion engines while improving fuel efficiency
UK: Hitachi Rail Commercialises New AI Rail Maintenance Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 24, 20250 Hitachi Rail, alongside partners Connected Places Catapult, have announced the commercialisation of a new AI rail maintenance technology, following its official unveiling at InnoTrans 2024 in Berlin. First convened by Connected Places Catapult, Hitachi Rail, LNER and Network Rail in 2021; the technology offers real-time infrastructure monitoring and predictive maintenance along
UK: New £8.9 Million Wheel Lathe in Operation at Allerton Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 19, 20250 A new, 8.9 million GBP wheel lathe is now fully operational at Northern’s Allerton TrainCare Centre. The lathe, nicknamed ‘Tina’ after the late Tina Turner, allows for the reshaping, balancing and repairing of train wheels without removal from the vehicle bodies themselves, minimising service disruption. ‘Tina’ was installed in part thanks to
US: CTA to Pilot Automated ROW Intrusion Detection System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 17, 20250 The Chicago Transit Board has approved a 60,000 USD funding award to STV for the development of a new pilot project testing the use of camera-based capabilities to detect intrusions on the right-of-way at two rail stations. The system, which will be developed under the CTA Innovation Studio, will send any
DB Signs Landmark €6.3 Billion Contract for Digital Rail Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 11, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has entered into a landmark long-term volume contract with four rail industry companies for the supply and implementation of digital control and safety technology (DLST). This 6.3 billion EUR agreement marks a significant step in modernising Germany’s railway infrastructure. The contract covers digital interlocking technology (DSTW), including the European
Alstom Completes Major ETCS Level 1 Installation on Ireland’s Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 11, 20250 Alstom has completed the installation of the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 1 on the Dundalk to Greystones railway line in Ireland. The project, delivered in partnership with Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), covers approximately 120km of track and aims to enhance safety and interoperability across the Dublin Area Rapid Transit
Caltrain’s Electric Fleet Exceeds Efficiency Expectations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 27, 20250 At its monthly Board of Directors meeting, Caltrain reported that its new electric trains are exceeding performance expectations, with regenerative braking systems returning approximately 23% of consumed energy back to the electric grid. Caltrain had initially projected its annual electricity costs for the new fleet to be around 19.5 million USD.
UK: Northern Takes Delivery of Prototype Cab Simulator Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 27, 20250 Northern has taken delivery of a prototype model of a new, semi-immersive cab simulator developed for the training of new drivers, with a further 24 units now on order. The static simulation units will be used alongside six full-immersion, motion platform simulators and two integrated crew training facility units developed to
UK: TfL Go App Update to Provide Contactless & Oyster History Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 22, 20250 Transport for London (TfL) has released a new update to its free TfL Go app, allowing users to track their fare and journey history without the need for a third party application. The update gives users the ability to access either their contactless or Oyster online account in order to view
UK: Contactless Payment Coming to 47 More Stations Across the South East Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 21, 20250 The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced that an additional 47 stations across the South East of the United Kingdom are set to receive contactless ticketing technology. The new ticketing system will be rolled out at a number of stations from 2 February, enabling fully contactless journeys across a selection of
Alstom to Deliver Madrid’s First Driverless Metro Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20250 Alstom has signed a contract with Metro de Madrid to upgrade the signalling system of Line 6, making it the first fully driverless metro line in Madrid. This 23.5-kilometre circular line, with 28 stations, is the busiest in the network, serving nearly 400,000 passengers daily. The project represents a major milestone in
Hitachi Rail to Acquire Omnicom for Digital Asset Management Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20250 Hitachi Rail has announced an agreement to acquire Omnicom, a digital rail monitoring business currently owned by Balfour Beatty. The acquisition forms a key part of Hitachi Rail’s strategy to expand its digital asset management capabilities through its HMAX platform. Hitachi Rail’s HMAX AI solution was launched at InnoTrans 2024 © Hitachi Rail Omnicom
UK: LiDAR Technology to Enhance Level Boarding on Metro Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20250 Southeastern, Network Rail, and Cordel have partnered to introduce advanced technology to improve platform accessibility for Southeastern’s potential new Metro fleet. The collaboration leverages Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors, combined with artificial intelligence, to deliver precise measurements and 3D models of Southeastern Metro station platforms. The LiDAR-equipped maintenance trains will operate
Live Travel Information Returns to Screens at London Euston Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 10, 20240 In response to passenger feedback, Network Rail is trialling the reintroduction of live travel information on the large advertisement screens at London Euston station. This move brings back a clear and visible focal point for updates on train services as part of Network Rail’s five-point plan to enhance the passenger experience
Live Travel Information Returns to Screens at London Euston Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 10, 20240 In response to passenger feedback, Network Rail is trialling the reintroduction of live travel information on the large advertisement screens at London Euston station. This move brings back a clear and visible focal point for updates on train services as part of Network Rail’s five-point plan to enhance the passenger experience
Google Street View Now Available in London’s Busiest Stations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 10, 20240 Transport for London (TfL), Network Rail, and Google have collaborated to bring Google Street View to 18 of London’s busiest stations. The initiative already includes 18 key locations, such as Oxford Circus, London Bridge, and Tottenham Court Road, with plans to expand coverage to an additional 18 stations by the end of
US: Stadler to Modernise Rail Signalling System in Atlanta Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 6, 20240 The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has awarded Stadler a 500 million USD contract to replace its existing signalling system with an advanced Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) solution. This marks Stadler’s largest signalling project to date and a significant milestone for its international expansion. This order is the first time that
DB Cargo UK Opens ETCS Training Centre in Doncaster Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 2, 20240 DB Cargo UK has launched a new training centre at its Doncaster headquarters to prepare for the rollout of the European Train Control System (ETCS). The facility was officially opened on Thursday by Ed Akers, Industry Partnership Director for the East Coast Digital Programme (ECDP), and Doncaster’s Civic Mayor, Councillor Julie
TBL1+ Train Protection System Approved for Belgian Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 28, 20240 The Signalling Company (TSC), part of the Škoda Group, has announced the certification and release of its new TBL1+ automatic train protection system for use on the Belgian national rail network. Developed in collaboration with rail freight operator, Lineas, the system is based on TSC’s universal digital railway platform, iEVC-RailOS. This certification
Hitachi Rail Invests CAD 100 Million in Next-Gen CBTC Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 26, 20240 Hitachi Rail is investing CAD 100 million in developing its next generation of its communications-based train control (CBTC) signalling system. As part of this investment, Invest Ontario is supporting Hitachi Rail with a CAD 4.5 million grant from the Invest Ontario Fund, subject to reaching a definitive agreement. SelTracTM is Hitachi Rail’s
Renfe Affirms Commitment to Real-Time Data Sharing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 19, 20240 At Global Mobility Call, Renfe has reaffirmed its dedication to improving passenger experience by embracing real-time data sharing. Renfe is Spain’s national rail operator © Renfe During the event, which is taking place in Madrid, Sonia Araujo, General Director of Innovation, Sustainability, and Digital Transformation at Renfe Operadora, emphasised the importance of providing
Alstom’s APS Catenary-Free Technology Extends Barcelona’s Tramway Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 11, 20240 Alstom’s APS (Alimentation Par Sol) catenary-free technology has made its debut on the Spanish rail network, equipping Barcelona Metropolitan Transport Authority’s (ATM) new tramway extension. This catenary-free tram line supports Barcelona’s broader goals for sustainable and accessible urban transit. The 2-kilometre expansion enables the Barcelona tramway to carry an additional 24,000 passengers
Northern Introduces Remote Engine Monitoring on Class 170 Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 7, 20240 Northern and Porterbrook have implemented real-time remote engine monitoring on the Class 170 Turbostar trains operating across Yorkshire. This new remote condition monitoring (RCM) system was developed by Instrumentel and installed by Derby Engineering Unit at the Neville Hill TrainCare Centre in West Yorkshire. The digital system is part of Northern’s Intelligent
Alstom Delivers Driving Simulator for Bucharest’s New Metro Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 29, 20240 Alstom has delivered a driving simulator to Bucharest’s metro operator, Metrorex to support driver training on the new Metropolis metro trains for Line 5. Designed to enhance practical driver training, the simulator leverages advanced Virtual Reality (VR) technologies, creating a “Digital Twin” of the real metro environment, including tracks, stations, and
New National Automatic Train Protection System Approved for the Belgium Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 24, 20240 A new nationalal automatic train protection system, the TBL1+, has been approved for the Belgian rail network. The Signalling Company (TSC), part of the Škoda Group, has announced the certification and release of the first of its new national Class B automatic train protection solutions, TBL1+, for vehicles operating on the
Hamburg-Berlin Line to Get Gigabit Data Rates on Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 22, 20240 The Hamburg-Berlin railway line is set to become Germany’s innovative route for mobile communications with gigabit data rates on trains. Thanks to seamless 5G coverage, rail passengers will be able to make calls and surf the internet in top quality on one of Germany’s most important city connections. Deutsche Bahn (DB),
Alstom Partners with Centech to Accelerate Rail Innovation in Canada Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 17, 20240 Alstom has formalised a two-year partnership with Centech, a Montreal-based technology incubator, aimed at accelerating the development of innovative and sustainable rail solutions. This partnership will involve working closely with start-ups in Quebec and across Canada to foster advancements in intelligent mobility. Alstom and Centech to accelerate innovation in intelligent and sustainable
Hitachi Rail to Provide Communication Systems for Etihad Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 16, 20240 Hitachi Rail has been selected as the master systems integrator for Etihad Rail’s first passenger rail service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This service will connect 11 cities across the UAE, forming part of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) railway network. Under this contract, Hitachi Rail will deliver advanced communication, supervision,
Hitachi Rail to Implement Etihad Rail MaaS Solution Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 14, 20240 Hitachi Rail has been selected to deliver a Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) solution for Etihad Rail, the entity responsible for developing and operating the UAE’s National Railway Network. The system will cover the 900 kilometres of railway stretching from Ghuweifat, on the Saudi border, to Fujairah, providing an integrated digital platform for passengers. This
Hitachi Rail to Modernise Lisbon Metro’s Passenger Information System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 6, 20240 Hitachi Rail has secured a contract to modernise the Passenger Information System for the Lisbon Metro network. This contract includes the complete overhaul of central systems, the installation of new digital screens at 10 key stations, and the introduction of advanced passenger address systems at all stations across the network. Specifically, Hitachi
Hitachi Rail’s HMAX to Optimise Copenhagen Metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 30, 20240 The Copenhagen Metro has contracted Hitachi Rail to deliver a customised version of its HMAX (Hyper Mobility Asset Expert) digital asset management solution for parts of the network. This implementation of HMAX aims to enhance service efficiency and reduce maintenance costs through real-time data monitoring and AI-powered analysis. In a typical week,
Škoda Presents Smart Depot Project at InnoTrans 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 30, 20240 During the InnoTrans 2024 trade fair in Berlin, Škoda Group presented its Smart Depot ecosystem project, which uses autonomous technologies to enhance public transport. Over a year ago, Škoda Group introduced the Smart Depot as its vision for an autonomous future in public transport. Now, the project has moved from concept
InnoTrans 2024: Alstom and Airbus Address Cybersecurity in Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 25, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Alstom and Airbus Protect marked a significant achievement in their ongoing partnership to enhance cybersecurity in the rail sector. Since signing a global cooperation agreement in September 2021, the companies have made substantial progress in developing and testing a comprehensive Risk Assessment Methodology tailored for rail transport. This
InnoTrans 2024: Alstom and Airbus Address Cybersecurity in Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 25, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Alstom and Airbus Protect marked a significant achievement in their ongoing partnership to enhance cybersecurity in the rail sector. Since signing a global cooperation agreement in September 2021, the companies have made substantial progress in developing and testing a comprehensive Risk Assessment Methodology tailored for rail transport. This
Siemens Mobility Unveils Signaling X at InnoTrans 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 25, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Siemens Mobility is showcasing its new cloud-based Signaling X platform, alongside advanced features of Railigent X for next-level train maintenance. Both advancements mark significant steps in the digitalisation of rail networks, enabling greater operational efficiency and flexibility while supporting the long-term sustainability goals of the industry. Signaling X The newly
InnoTrans 2024: Hitachi Rail Launches HMAX AI Solution Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20240 At InnoTrans 2024, Hitachi Rail has unveiled its new AI-powered digital asset management platform, HMAX (Hyper Mobility Asset Expert), which aims to enhance how transport operators manage trains, signalling, and infrastructure. The HMAX platform is being trialled globally, providing AI-enhanced solutions that promise significant improvements in operations and maintenance for transport
Hitachi Rail to Integrate 5G Digital Signalling on Urban Rail Lines Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 19, 20240 Hitachi Rail has been contracted to integrate Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) with 5G communications technology on urban rail lines in New York and Hong Kong. This innovation will enhance New York’s Crosstown Line and Hong Kong’s International Airport Automatic People Mover. By using 5G for critical train-to-ground communications, Hitachi Rail aims to
Hitachi Rail Develops Next-Generation Battery Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 18, 20240 Hitachi Rail is leading a new public-private partnership to develop next-generation battery technology for intercity and commuter trains. The collaboration aims to create a smaller, more powerful battery pack for trains, improving on previous designs and enhancing rail efficiency. The partnership includes Innovate UK, the University of Birmingham, and DB ESG. Visualisation of
Alstom to Unveil Test Lab for Rail Safety Systems Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 11, 20240 Alstom is set to unveil a new Test Lab for rail safety systems at the Raildagen (Raildays) 2024 event in Utrecht, Netherlands. Organised by the Dutch association Railforum, the event will take place on 20 and 21 September, offering the public a closer look at the rail industry and its latest
Siemens Mobility to Digitalise Europe’s Largest Light Rail Interlocking System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 6, 20240 Ruhrbahn GmbH has contracted Siemens Mobility to digitalise control and safety technology for the light rail systems in Essen and Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany. This project, valued at 180 million EUR, includes the modernisation of Europe’s largest light rail interlocking system at Essen Central Station, making it more reliable and
Alstom Completes Dynamic ETCS Testing on UK Passenger Train Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 27, 20240 Alstom has completed dynamic European Train Control System (ETCS) testing on Govia Thameslink Railway’s Great Northern Class 387/1 passenger train in the UK. This milestone advances progress on introducing digital in-cab signalling to the UK’s East Coast Main Line. Key UK passenger train completes dynamic ETCS testing © Alstom The dynamic testing involved retrofitting
Hitachi Rail to Leverage ROBOZE 3D Printing for Spare Parts Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 2, 20240 Hitachi Rail has partnered with ROBOZE to improve the production of railway spare parts. This partnership will use the ROBOZE ARGO 500 3D printing technology to enhance efficiency and reduce costs and delivery times for railway parts. The ROBOZE ARGO 500 3D printing technology © ROBOZE ROBOZE’s ARGO 500 technology will be used at
Alstom and DT Infrastructure to Deliver Perth’s High-Capacity Signalling Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 22, 20240 Alstom and DT Infrastructure have been awarded a 1.6 billion AUD contract from the Public Transport Authority (PTA) of Western Australia to complete Perth’s High-Capacity Signalling project. This contract covers the design, supply, construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of an advanced high-capacity signalling system for Perth’s suburban rail network. The new
Alstom to Upgrade Up to 449 ÖBB Trains with ETCS Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20240 Alstom has been contracted to upgrade up to 449 ÖBB vehicles with the latest European Train Control System (ETCS) technology. This contract has a value of up to 100 million EUR and a project duration until 2030. Alstom’s ETCS onboard unit © Alstom By supplying ÖBB with the latest onboard signalling systems, Alstom will
HS2 Invites Bidders to Supply Station Control Systems Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20240 HS2 has invited Hitachi Rail GTS UK Limited; Indra Sistemas S.A; and Siemens Mobility Limited to bid on a tender to supply the station control systems for the high-speed rail project. These major contracts cover the provision and maintenance of the station control systems that will give trains approval to depart
Network Rail Pilots Automated Hazard Detection on East Coast Main Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20240 Network Rail and Hitachi Rail have launched a 12-month pilot project leveraging automated monitoring technology to detect potential hazards on the East Coast Main Line. This initiative focuses on identifying risks such as overhanging trees, fallen leaves, and subsidence, which can disrupt railway operations. The project uses Front-Facing CCTV (FFCCTV) digital monitoring
Siemens Mobility Tests Obstacle Detection System on Berlin S-Bahn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20240 Siemens Mobility is testing an obstacle detection system on the Berlin S-Bahn as part of the Digital Rail Germany (DSD) initiative. This marks the world’s first installation of an obstacle detection system on an S-Bahn in daily operation. Innovative obstacle detection system is being tested for the first time on the Berlin
Journey Towards Smarter Operations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 15, 20240 By Shahar Hania, CEO & Co-Founder at Rail Vision The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in rail systems marks a significant leap towards smarter, more efficient operations. In an industry where precision and reliability are paramount, AI emerges as a key player in revolutionising how rail systems operate and evolve. AI: The
Germany: Hitachi Rail Installs Digital Interlocking at Meitingen-Mertingen Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 11, 20240 Hitachi Rail has completed the installation of its digital interlocking (DSTW) technology at Meitingen-Mertingen on the Scandinavian-Mediterranean corridor. This section of rail spans 25 kilometres and is essential for both passenger and freight traffic. The project involved replacing existing signalling systems and signal boxes with Hitachi Rail’s DSTW technology to enhance safety,
Alstom to Supply Up to 374 Metro Trains and CBTC Signalling for Hamburg U-Bahn Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20240 Alstom and Hamburger Hochbahn have signed a framework contract valued at up to 2.8 billion EUR to supply new metro trains and CBTC signalling technology for the Hamburg U-Bahn. Under this contract, Alstom will supply up to 374 new fully and semi-automated metro trains. In addition, it will provide its CBTC
Siemens Mobility to Upgrade Berlin Metro Lines with CBTC Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20240 Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract from Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) to introduce a Communications-Based Train Control System (CBTC) on metro lines U5 and U8 in Berlin. The Trainguard MT CBTC solution will enable semi-automated operation (GoA2) on the U5 line by 2029 and on the U8 line by 2032. This
Elizabeth Line Tunnels Equipped with 4G and 5G Mobile Coverage Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 4, 20240 The first tunnelled section of Transport for London’s (TfL) Elizabeth line has now been equipped with high-speed mobile coverage. This upgrade enables customers travelling between Liverpool Street and Paddington to benefit from 4G and 5G mobile coverage in the tunnels. The first tunnelled section stretches from the Royal Oak portal west of
Hitachi Rail Installs ETCS L2 Trial Track in Finland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 18, 20240 Hitachi Rail has successfully installed an ETCS Level 2 trial track in Finland. The new signalling system has been installed on the Kouvola-Kotka/Hamina train line to test the use of ETCS L2 technology. This implementation and the use of 5G technology will set a new standard for railway safety and efficiency in Finland,
First ETCS Level 2 Train Tested on UK Mainline Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20240 A Great Northern Class 717 train has become the first digitally signalled train to be operated on a UK mainline. On 2 June, the vehicle ran in test conditions between Welwyn Garden City and Hitchin in Hertfordshire using European Train Control System (ETCS). This technology sends signalling information directly to a computer
Siemens Mobility Invests in Digital Service Depot in Dortmund Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 8, 20240 Siemens Mobility is investing around 150 million EUR in expanding its digital service depot for trains in Dortmund, Germany. Thanks to this investment, the depot in Dortmund-Eving will be expanded to 87,550 m² to meet the growing demand for rail services. Plans include constructing an additional 12,300 m² service hall with storage,
Amtrak Issues RFIs for Enhanced Wi-Fi Connectivity Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 3, 20240 Amtrak has issued two Request for Informations (RFIs) to support its delivery of high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity along the 450-mile Northeast Corridor (NEC) from Washington, D.C. to Boston. This initiative is part of Amtrak’s overall mission of advancing the digital experience for a new era of rail. The operator is seeking feedback from
UK: Class 66 Locomotive Starts Dynamic Testing with ETCS Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 29, 20240 Network Rail has announced that the first locomotive equipped with digital signalling in Britain’s principal freight fleet has commenced dynamic testing. The Class 66 locomotive has successfully completed static testing and will now be tested dynamically on a test track. Once it has completed dynamic testing, the locomotive will accumulate 5,000 miles of
Siemens Mobility to Install First ETCS Deployment in Finland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 25, 20240 Siemens Mobility has been awarded a contract to upgrade Finland’s rail network with the European Train Control System (ETCS) Level 2 as part of the Finnish government’s Digirail Project. This project will involve the installation of ETCS Level 2 and Hybrid Train Detection (HTD) on a 191-kilometre stretch of railway between
Siemens Mobility to Equip Copenhagen S-Bane with GoA4 Automation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 23, 20240 Siemens Mobility has been contracted by Banedanmark (BDK) and DSB to upgrade the 170-kilometre-long S-Bane network in Copenhagen with GoA4 technology. This is the highest grade of automation and will enable driverless train operations from 2030. Under these contracts, Siemens Mobility will supply the necessary onboard signalling equipment for 226 new
UK: Siemens Mobility to Deliver Signalling and Control Systems for Network Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 10, 20240 Siemens Mobility has secured first place on Network Rail’s Train Control Systems Framework (TCSF), which will upgrade thousands of miles of Britain’s rail network. With this attainment, Siemens Mobility will receive a share of contracts to be awarded from the 4 billion GBP rail signalling and control framework for the UK. This
Belgium: De Lijn, CAF and OTIV Test AI to Enhance Tram Safety Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 9, 20240 Flemish transport operator, De Lijn is collaborating with CAF and OTIV to deploy AI technology to enhance the safety of trams in Belgium. The companies have launched a pilot project on De Lijn’s Coastal Tram line, the longest in the world. Here, they are testing sensors and AI software to provide
SNCF Réseau Advances Development of FRMCS-5G Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 20, 20240 SNCF Réseau has provided an update on the development of the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS-5G) through its involvement in prototype projects across Europe. What is FRMCS-5G? FRMCS-5G is expected to replace GSM-R (2G) by 2035. It will be an interoperable system that is expected to boost network performance. GSM-R is currently
ABB to Supply Traction Package for Queensland’s New Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 12, 20240 ABB has been awarded a 150 million AUD contract to power trains for Australia’s Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP). In addition, the company is investing around 6 million AUD in a local Traction Center of Excellence in regional Queensland. This site, located in Fraser Coast, will feature a traction converter, traction motor
Deutsche Bahn Begins Testing for High Speed Internet on Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 12, 20240 Deutsche Bahn has announced that testing is now underway on infrastructure to create 5G corridors along its tracks, paving the way for high-speed internet on trains. Through the Gigabit Innovation Track (GINT) research project, new radio masts are being installed and tested by network equipment provider Ericsson, telecommunications provider O2 Telefónica