Hitachi Rail Donates Installation Equipment to London Colleges Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 20, 20260 Hitachi Rail has announced the donation of a slew of specialist installation equipment used in work to modernise signalling on London’s Underground to three local further education colleges. The donation, which will see equipment given to Stanmore College, College of North West London and City of Westminster College, is hoped to
Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Toronto Subway Line 2 Signalling System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20260 Hitachi Rail has been awarded a contract to modernise the signalling system on the Toronto Transit Commission’s (TTC) Line 2, replacing infrastructure dating back to the 1960s with communications-based train control (CBTC) technology. The project will introduce Hitachi Rail’s SelTrac™ CBTC system across the 26-kilometre Bloor-Danforth line, enabling trains to operate
DNV to Provide Cybersecurity for Caribbean’s First Monorail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 10, 20260 Independent assurance and risk management provider DNV has announced it has been selected to provide specialised cybersecurity services for the Santiago de los Caballeros monorail system in the Dominican Republic – the Caribbean’s first. The scope of the award covers safety-critical railway systems including signalling, train control, rolling stock and power
Consortium-Led Trial Evaluates Drone Use Around Key Rail Infrastructure Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20260 NATS, DroneCloud and Network Rail have announced the completion of a major project that aims to explore how drones could be implemented at scale around critical national infrastructure – including for rail inspections and incident response. Project SOCNI (‘Scaling BVLOS Operations for Critical National Infrastructure’) brought together numerous partners from aviation,
Jakarta Metro Expansion Awards Digital Ticketing Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 5, 20260 Hitachi Rail and Sumitomo Corporation have been contracted to deliver the Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system for Phase 2A of Jakarta’s Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) North–South Line. The contract, known as CP207 Automatic Fare Collection System (Lebak Bulus–Kota), was awarded by PT Mass Rapid Transit Jakarta (Perseroda) (MRT Jakarta) and covers
AUS: Alstom to Supply First ETCS System for The Wave Project Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20260 Alstom has secured a contract to design, supply, test and commission its ONVIA Control ETCS Level 2 trackside signalling system for Sector 1 North along Queensland’s new Sunshine Coast line. The contract, which has been valued at 69 million EUR (114 million AUD) and is the first tranche of a larger
DB Regio Introduces Ticket Purchase Options via Google Maps Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 13, 20260 DB Regio has announced that customers will now be able to book tickets directly through Google Maps. The company has extended its partnership with Google in an effort to provide travellers with more ticket purchasing options. Customers can now purchase train tickets directly through Google Maps © DB Regio DB Regio has stated that
Alstom & Flox Intelligence Trial AI-Powered Wildlife Detection & Deterrence Software Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20260 Alstom has partnered with Flox Intelligence to conduct a series of extensive field tests utilising AI technology that will identify and deter wildlife along rail tracks in Sweden. Preliminary testing has shown that the system has strong potential to reduce the risk of collisions with wild animals – one of the
DfT Seeks Rail Safety & Reliability Solutions in Latest Round of FOAK Competition Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20260 The Department for Transport (DfT), in partnership with Innovate UK, has officially opened the First of a Kind (FOAK) competition, which aims to award 4.8 million GBP in grant funding to new projects aimed at improving safety and reliability on Britain’s rail network. The competition seeks to address persistent issues on
Brightline Rail Services Integrated into Amadeus Travel Platform Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 7, 20260 Brightline Florida has been integrated into the Amadeus Travel Platform, allowing travel sellers connected to the platform to book Brightline rail services within existing booking workflows with air and other transport services. The integration means Brightline services are now available through standard distribution channels used by travel agents and corporate travel
Switzerland: Alstom to Modernise Lausanne’s m2 Metro Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 6, 20260 Transports publics de la région lausannoise (tl) and Alstom have signed a brand-new contract for the modernisation of Lausanne’s m2 metro line. The project, which has been valued at 295 million EUR, will enable more frequent services and increased passenger capacity via the implementation of a new communications based train control
UK: Wind Turbines to Harness Power of East Coast Main Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 6, 20260 LNER and Treeva have announced the installation of three wind turbines along the East Coast Main Line at Hitachi Rail’s Craigentinny depot. Part of a proof-of-concept initiative, the turbines are intended to be used to capture energy from turbulent airflow and turn it into clean, renewable energy. The initiative is the first
Southeastern Automates Timetable Change Updates in UK First Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20260 Southeastern has become the UK’s first train operator to automate the communication of planned timetable changes to passengers waiting at station on a service-by-service basis. Implemented following a major 260,000 GBP upgrade to its Customer Information System, Southeastern customers will now be able to receive information on their train through tailored
Siemens Mobility to Digitise New York City’s Fulton-Liberty Lines with CBTC Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 30, 20260 Siemens Mobility has been awarded a new contract by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to modernise New York City’s Fulton-Liberty Lines with advanced Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) technology. The 390 million USD project, which will be carried out in collaboration with L.K. Comstock (LKC), will see the modernisation of 23 stations
France: Alstom Commissions First ARGOS Digital Interlocking System in Montbard Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 29, 20260 Alstom has announced the successful commission of the new-generation ARGOS computerised interlocking system at a site in Montbard, near Dijon, France. This first deployment has been carried out in collaboration with SNCF Réseau, and represents a major shift in signalling systems towards more digital, integrated and industrially scalable solutions. Both companies have
Hitachi Rail to Upgrade EMU500 ATP System in Taiwan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20260 Hitachi Rail has been awarded a new 1,361,000,000 NTD (approximately 37 million EUR) contract for the replacement of existing EMU500 ATP System Equipment by the Taiwan Railways Corporation. The contract involves the total replacement of the current Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system for TRC’s EMU500 fleet of 63 trains with its
Rolls-Royce Switches to HVO for German Engine Testing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 22, 20260 Rolls-Royce has officially begun testing for its mtu diesel engines in Friedrichshafen, Augsburg and Ruhstorf in Germany utilising solely hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO). As of the end of 2025, the company had successfully saved roughly 3,200 tonnes of CO2 as a result of the switch to the renewable diesel alternative, which
Australia: Renewable Energy Deal to Power NSW Trains and Buses Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 17, 20260 Transport for NSW has signed a 1.9 billion AUD renewable energy agreement with Snowy Energy to power New South Wales’ entire public transport system, including trains, metro, buses and light rail. The agreement is expected t0 cut 130 million AUD from the power bill of its public transport network, providing cost-of-living
Network Rail Prevents Lineside Fires During Annual Safety Programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 16, 20260 Network Rail has announced the sixth successful iteration of an annual two-week rail safety programme carried out across Teesside, County Durham and the North East. The programme, which is carried out in partnership with the British Transport Police (BTP) and Northern, forms a crucial part of Network Rail’s anti-trespass prevention activity,
Hitachi Rail to Develop & Certify New ERTMS STM for Portuguese Market Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 16, 20260 Hitachi Rail has been chosen to both develop and certify a new External ERTMS Specific Transmission Module (STM) for the Portuguese market. The company was selected following a public international tender procedure launched by Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP). The STM will be the second Hitachi Rail has developed for the Portuguese market ©
Network Rail Signs Deal with RWE for Renewable Energy Supply Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 15, 20260 Network Rail has signed a new deal that marks a significant milestone in its journey towards powering all its offices, depots and managed stations with renewable energy. The deal will see renewable energy company RWE supply around 65% of its non-traction electricity from one of its offshore wind farms. The deal will
Rail Industry to Phase out Signal Post Telephones in England Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 14, 20260 The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) has announced that its Industry Leadership Group has decided to move away from the use of signal post telephones. The decision was made following a request from Network Rail to stop the provision of signal post telephones during re-signalling works, starting with its Fife
FS Italiane Group Begins 5G Trials Along HS/HC Torino – Milano Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 2, 20260 The FS Italiane Group has announced the beginning of new trials for its 5G network along the HS/HC Torino – Milano Line, which is situated on an approximately 60 kilometre stretch between Turin and Greggio. Initial trials will form part of the Group’s proprietary connectivity project, which has been developed to
Romania: Hitachi Rail Deploys New Signalling Technology at Ciulnita Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 2, 20260 Hitachi Rail has deployed new digital signalling technology at Ciulnita station in Romania. Based on the TAS Platform, the system replaces the previous SELMIS platform, which has been retired following 20 years of service. Hitachi’s new system replaces the long-standing SELMIS platform © Hitachi Rail Located in Ialomița County, in the Muntenia region of
Siemens Mobility and Sonda Secure ETCS Signalling Contract in Mexico Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 26, 20260 Siemens Mobility, in partnership with Sonda México SA de CV, has been awarded a contract to deliver signalling and rail infrastructure technology for the Mexico City–Querétaro–Irapuato railway corridor. The project covers more than 300 kilometres of track and includes eleven passenger stations as part of a federal programme to modernise Mexico’s
New Quantum Navigation Technology Trialled on British Rail Network Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 24, 20260 New systems are being designed to measure train position with extreme precision via the use of quantum navigation technologies. Now in development within the UK; a new quantum inertial navigation system utilises ultra-sensitive sensors capable of detecting minute changes in both motion and rotation. The technology aims to provide ultra-precise location information ©
First TBM Delivered for Italian Side of Turin–Lyon Railway Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 20, 20260 The first of two tunnel boring machines (TBMs) destined to carve out the Italian side of the Mont Cenis Base Tunnel – the core of the future Turin–Lyon railway line – has officially been delivered to the Herrenknecht plant in Germany. Built for the UXT consortium (comprised of Itinera, Ghella and
Hitachi Rail Highlights Industrial Autonomy for Railway Systems at NVIDIA GTC Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 19, 20260 Hitachi Rail has outlined its approach to scalable industrial autonomy for railways at the NVIDIA GTC event. Speaking on a panel chaired by Deepu Talla, NVIDIA’s Vice President of Robotics and AI, Hitachi Rail’s Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, Mariella Guerricchio, discussed how AI and digital technologies are being applied to
Key Technology Trends Transforming Rail Infrastructure in 2026 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 16, 20260 Rail infrastructure is undergoing rapid transformation as governments and operators modernise networks to increase capacity, safety, and sustainability. Many of the most widely adopted technologies in 2026 focus on digitalisation and connectivity, forming the basis of the emerging “smart railway” ecosystem. Digital Signalling Systems Digital signalling systems are among the most widely
Alstom to Install Automatic Train Control System on Paris Metro Line 8 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 13, 20260 Alstom will supply an on-board automatic train control system for Line 8 of the Paris Metro as part of a wider modernisation programme led by RATP Group on behalf of Île-de-France Mobilités. The contract forms part of the OCTYS 2030 programme, which aims to introduce upgraded signalling and automated control technologies
Siemens Mobility Conducts Nordic Region’s First Automated Train Operation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 11, 20260 Siemens Mobility has conducted the Nordic’s first-ever automated train operation on an ETCS-equipped mainline. A demonstration was recently held on the 19-kilometre-long route between Juurikorpi and Hamina in Finland, showcasing the integration of Automatic Train Operation with the European Train Control System Level 2. The test saw the first use of an
How Drones Are Transforming Railway Incident Response Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 10, 20260 Drones are becoming an increasingly important tool on modern railways, helping engineers inspect infrastructure, respond to incidents more quickly and keep trains running safely. Across the UK network, their use is expanding rapidly, with Network Rail using unmanned aerial vehicles to streamline its operations. For example, recent work on the East
TfL Names SSE Energy as Delivery Partner for Solar Installations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 9, 20260 Transport for London (TfL) has officially appointed SSE Energy Solutions as its delivery partner for the construction of purpose-built solar installations that will connect to London Underground Tube network. The move will allow TfL to utilise zero-carbon electricity straight from the solar installations themselves, bypassing the National Grid and marking one
Stadler & ebblo Western Europe to Develop Passenger Information Systems Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 5, 20260 Stadler and ebblo Western Europe (formerly Trapeze DACH) have announced a new cooperation that will see both companies work together on the technical and system integration of display hardware and operations control systems to create digital passenger information solutions for public transport. The two companies have entered into a non-exclusive cooperation
Ecuador: Alstom Signs Maintenance Contract for Quito Metro Line 1 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 5, 20260 Alstom has signed a contract to provide preventive and corrective maintenance for the railway signalling system on Line 1 of the Quito Metro. The agreement is valued at 27 million USD and will run for 48 months, starting in March 2026. Under the contract, Alstom will carry out regular inspections, continuous monitoring
Avanti West Coast to Trial Timetable Optimisation Programme from CFMS Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 2, 20260 Avanti West Coast has begun trialling a new a timetable optimisation programme which aims to boost train service reliability during unplanned disruptions. The tool, which was created by the independent digital engineering research organisation Centre for Modelling and Simulation (CFMS), utilises data simulation to formulate prompt recommendations for train services impacted
US: Hitachi Rail SelTrac™ Digital Signalling Enters Passenger Service for SEPTA Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 25, 20260 Passenger services using Hitachi Rail’s new digital signalling system have begun on the Media–Sharon Hill Line operated by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA). The Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) upgrade introduces SelTrac™ technology to one of the remaining interurban trolley networks in the United States. The installation covers approximately 11.9 miles
Stadler & Critical Software Launch Stadler Digital Labs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 23, 20260 Stadler and Critical Software have announced the launch of a new joint venture – Stadler Digital Labs (STADL), a company specialising in new software solutions for the railway sector. The venture will seek to combine Stadler’s experience in rail with Critical Software’s experience in software engineering, safety-critical systems, cybersecurity, and applied
Norway: Hitachi Rail and Bane NOR Commission Digital Interlocking on Dovre Line Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 17, 20260 Hitachi Rail and Bane NOR have commissioned a new L90-5 electronic interlocking system at the Hove stabling facility on the Dovre Line near Lillehammer, Norway. This project has introduced digital control of signalling and track components in the area. The electronic interlocking replaces conventional control methods with a digital platform that
Stadler’s TINA Tram Modifications Reduce Vibrations in Darmstadt Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 3, 20260 Stadler has released results from recent technical modifications and measurement runs on the TINA tram in Darmstadt, demonstrating that changes to the vehicle’s running gear have led to a measurable reduction in vibrations during operation. At the measurement point that previously recorded the highest values, the assessed vibration level was reduced
SYSTRA Secures Contract for Taiwan’s High-Speed Rail Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 2, 20260 SYSTRA has been awarded a contract for the modernisation of Taiwan’s high-speed rail fleet, through a collaboration with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI). Under the agreement, SYSTRA will carry out the independent safety assessment (ISA) of upgraded on-board automatic train control (ATC) systems installed on high-speed trainsets. The work forms part of a
Deutsche Bahn and Alstom Test Remote Depot Driving of S-Bahn Train Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 30, 20260 Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Alstom have completed a test of remote driving technology for a commuter train in a depot environment. This marks the first customer-operated deployment of its kind on a mainline S-Bahn train in Germany. The trial took place in Munich on a works track and involved a commuter
GWR Introduces UK’s First Battery-Only Train into Passenger Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 30, 20260 Great Western Railway (GWR) will introduce the UK’s first battery-only powered train into passenger service on Saturday 31 January. The Class 230 train will begin operating on the Greenford branch line, replacing a diesel unit. Its first scheduled passenger service will be the 05:30 departure from West Ealing to Greenford. Initially,
Alstom Fits 100th Norwegian Train with ERTMS Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 29, 20260 Alstom has reached a new milestone in the digital rail transformation of Norway with the upgrade of the 100th train to incorporate onboard European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) signalling technology. The signalling programme, which is one of the most ambitious in Europe, will ultimately see more than 350 trains converted
ABB to Provide Traction and Control Systems for Mumbai Metro Lines 5 and 6 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 28, 20260 ABB has secured an order from Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd. to supply propulsion equipment and Train Control and Management System (TCMS) software for the expansion of the Mumbai Metro network. The contract covers Mumbai Metro Line 5 (Orange Line), which will connect Thane and Kalyan via Bhiwandi, and Line 6 (Pink
Eurotunnel Begins First Phase of Channel Tunnel Signalling Upgrade Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20260 Eurotunnel has launched the first phase of a project to modernise rail signalling in the Channel Tunnel, working with Compagnie des Signaux – CSEE, part of the MERMEC Group. The project forms part of a wider programme to update the Channel Tunnel’s signalling system and improve interoperability with newer generations of
Hitachi Rail to Supply Ticketing System for Île-de-France Mobilités’ Cable 1 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 9, 20260 Hitachi Rail is set to provide the entire ticketing system for Île-de-France Mobilités’ new Cable 1 light rail line, the first urban cable car in its system. The company will work with EASIER to provide the overall system, with the latter set to supply around 60 access gates spread across the
CAF-Led Consortium Secures Contract for Naples Automated Metro Line 10 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 A consortium led by Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles (CAF) has been awarded a comprehensive project contract for Lot 2 of the new Naples Metro Line 10, the city’s first fully automated metro line. The contract has been awarded by Ente Autonomo Volturno (EAV), the public transport operator for Italy’s Campania
China: GoA4 Automated Metro Lines Enter Service in Chengdu Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 5, 20260 Two new smart metro lines have entered passenger service in Chengdu, with the introduction of GoA4 fully automated trains on Chengdu Metro Line 13 Phase I and Line 30 Phase I. The trains have been developed by CRRC. Their deployment represents a further step in the adoption of automated metro operations
Merseyrail Launches New Pilot Trialling Contactless Ticketing Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 23, 20250 Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has announced the introduction of a pilot for the next phase of a new, modern smart ticketing system on the Merseyrail network. The phase includes the implementation of contactless payment technology utilising bank cards and smart devices, representing a crucial step in the delivery of
South Western Railway Trials Satellite-Based Wi-Fi Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 22, 20250 South Western Railway (SWR) has begun a new trial of satellite-powered onboard Wi-Fi technology, utilising Starlink’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) network to ensure connection across even the most remote portions of its network. Run in partnership with Angel Trains and Clarus Networks; the trial is being tested on a Class 444
UK: 500 Passengers Apply to Trial New GPS-Based Ticketing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 18, 20250 East Midlands Railway (EMR) and Transport UK have urged travellers to take part in a new digital ticketing trial utilising GPS-based technology. The trial, which has already seen 500 passengers apply to take part, will see new technology utilised to track journeys via mobile phone, automatically charging what is considered by
Trainline Rolls Out Suite of New Features in Largest Update Yet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 9, 20250 Ticketing platform Trainline has rolled out a suite of new features on its app designed to increase the information delivered to passengers as they face disruption across UK railways. The update comes ahead of what is typically considered as the yearly-peak-period for travel disruption across the country, with Delay Repay claims
Deutsche Bahn Secures New Green Energy Supply Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 9, 20250 Deutsche Bahn (DB) has announced the conclusion of two long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with the Blue Elephant Energy GmbH (BEE) for a total of approximately 2.5 terawatt-hours (TWh) of solar power. The solar power is set to be supplied by a set of two solar parks in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg;
US: FRA Approves Waiver to Expand Field Tests of ATI Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 8, 20250 US Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy has announced that the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Railroad Safety Board has officially approved a temporary new waiver that allows US railroads to expand the field testing of automated track inspection (ATI) technology. The move aims to allow companies to collect data that will lead
30 South-East Stations to Receive PAYG Capabilities This Month Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 8, 20250 The Rail Delivery Group has confirmed that 30 additional National Rail stations across the South-East will receive contactless pay-as-you-go (PAYG) technology starting from 14 December 2025. The Group also recently announced that a further 20 stations across Greater Anglia will follow from summer 2026 – including both Stansted and Southend airports. 30
Siemens Mobility Boosts Capacity on Oslo Metro with New CBTC System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 2, 20250 Siemens Mobility and Sporveien have commissioned a new modern Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system for passenger service on a three-kilometre-long section of the Oslo Metro. The project, worth 270 million EUR, was initially awarded to Siemens Mobility in 2021, and will encompass the complete replacement of the legacy signalling system across
Hitachi Rail and Google Cloud to Advance the Rail Sector’s Digital Transformation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 2, 20250 Hitachi Rail has announced a new phase in its work with Google Cloud, aiming to use the company’s cybersecurity tools and artificial intelligence technologies to support the rail industry’s shift toward more automated and sustainable operations. The collaboration, confirmed on 2 December in Tokyo and Mountain View, aligns with Hitachi Rail’s
British Transport Police to Trial Live Facial Recognition Technology in London Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 28, 20250 The British Transport Police (BTP) has announced trials of Live Facial Recognition (LFT) technology at railway stations across London. Set to commence in the coming weeks; the pilot will run for six months at a number of transport hubs in the capital and aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the technology
TfL App Introduces New Real-Time Line Status Notification System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 27, 20250 Transport for London (TfL) has introduced a number of additional new features to its TfL Go app which aim to further inform customers about their prospective journeys. Updates include a new real-time line status notification system, which alerts customers to any potential disruption, as well as a redesign of information relating
Siemens Mobility to Implement ETCS Level 2 in Chile Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 27, 20250 EFE Trenes de Chile has contracted Siemens Mobility to implement the first European Train Control System Level 2 (ETCS L2) project on Chile’s rail network. The project will also introduce Siemens Mobility’s Signaling X technology to Latin America for the first time. The contract covers the installation of advanced signalling systems along
Hitachi Introduces New Level Crossing Obstacle Detection System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 25, 20250 Hitachi Rail has announced the establishment of IARO (Artificial Intelligence for Obstacle Recognition) – a new safety system designed to detect obstacles at level crossings. The new solution, which has now been validated for use on the Adif rail network, consists of a CCTV camera and processing unit that analyses images
Alstom Supports Adif’s Trials of ERTMS on Low-Density Rail Lines Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 25, 20250 Adif and Alstom have commenced testing a new application of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) in Spain, designed for secondary lines with low traffic density. The trials began in November on the metre-gauge section between La Asunción Universidad (León) and Guardo, part of the León–Bilbao route. The project involves the
Knorr-Bremse and VTG to Introduce Introduce New iWagons in the UK Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 20, 20250 A new long-term framework agreement has been signed by both Knorr-Bremse and VTG Rail UK for the exclusive supply of FreightControl Sentinel Systems. The agreement, which has been valued in a ‘double-digit million-EUR range’, will see Knorr-Bremse deliver at least 2,000 wagon sets equipped with its technology to VTG Rail UK
UK: Tap-In, Tap-Out Payments Coming to 50 South East Stations Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 18, 20250 The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced the rollout of tap-in and tap-out contactless payments on journeys to both London’s Stansted and Southend Airports. The expansion of the existing service, which will go live on 14 December, will allow travellers across the South East to use contactless payments to travel to
Hotshot Thermal Imaging Train to Prevent Delays on SWR Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 18, 20250 South Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail have announced trials of new thermal imaging technology that aims to help prevent delays to train journeys. Hotshot, a newly-christened Class 450 train fitted with cameras to monitor track conditions, will soon begin operating along routes across the south west of England, allowing engineers
Peninsula Transport Debuts Superfast Wi-Fi Pilot at Paddington Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 17, 20250 The UK has debuted its very-first train to utilise pilot ‘next generation’ Wi-Fi technology. GWR’s Intercity Express Train, which was developed by Peninsula Transport in partnership with Motion Applied, Great Western Railway (GWR), Network Rail, and Hitachi, made its debut alongside a Formula 1 car today (17 November 2025) at London
Signalling Contract Awarded for Thailand’s Double-Track Railway Expansion Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 17, 20250 Progress Rail has entered into a contract with the Ch. Thawee–AS Construction Joint Venture (CH-AS JV) to supply signalling and telecommunications systems for the second phase of Thailand’s double-track railway programme, focusing on the Khon Kaen–Nong Khai corridor. The 167-kilometre scheme, which includes 11 stations, will introduce a second track and
Brightline & Sotereon.AI to Implement LiDAR on High-Speed Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 13, 20250 Sotereon.AI and Brightline have announced a partnership to bring LiDAR technology to rail. The first agreement of its kind; the partnership will see sensors mounted to two Brightline locomotives, with Sotereon.AI planning to utilise its proprietary Overwatch perception platform to offer a real-time location maintenance product of the Brightline corridor. LiDAR works
Siemens and SBB to Digitalise Interlockings Across Switzerland Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 7, 20250 Siemens Mobility has signed a long-term strategic framework with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) that aims to provide a basis for a modern and efficient railway system by pushing forward the digitalisation of interlockings across its 3,266 kilometre network. The agreement covers all hardware and software construction of digital interlockings, as well
Škoda & Microvast to Develop Battery Systems for BEMUs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 5, 20250 Škoda Group has entered a new strategic partnership with Microvast to develop and manufacture next-generation battery systems for public transport vehicles – predominately battery-electric multiple units (BEMUs). The partnership aims to combine Microvast’s expertise with the design and manufacture of battery cells with Skoda’s experience in both the design and certification
Hitachi Rail to Upgrade Signalling on Bulgaria-Serbia Rail Link Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 3, 20250 Hitachi Rail, in partnership with CERB, has secured a contract from Bulgaria’s National Railway Infrastructure Company (NRIC) to implement the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) on the Voluyak–Dragoman railway line. The project continues Hitachi Rail’s ongoing collaboration with NRIC and extends its experience in modern railway signalling in Bulgaria and
GPS-Based Ticketing Trials Expanded Across North of England Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 3, 20250 The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced the latest extension of its location-based digital ticketing trial to include Northern services between Sheffield and Doncaster, starting today (03 November). Over 2000 journeys have been made using the technology thus far on trials on a selection of existing Northern and East Midlands Railway
InGa-Z Digital System Supports Rail Freight Efficiency in Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 21, 20250 Hitachi Rail, working within a joint venture, has introduced a digital solution designed to improve efficiency at intermodal freight terminals in Germany. The system, called InGa-Z, was developed by Protostellar GmbH, a joint venture involving Hitachi Rail, MT Logistics GmbH and DB Cargo AG, with financial support from the Federal Ministry
DB Cargo UK begins ETCS Installation on Class 66 Fleet at Toton Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 11, 20250 DB Cargo UK has commenced installation of the European Train Control System (ETCS) on nine of its Class 66 freight locomotives at its Toton Traction Maintenance Depot in the East Midlands. The work forms part of the National Freight ETCS Programme, which is linked to the 1.4 billion GBP East Coast
Siemens Mobility Norway to Install Signalling & CBTC System for Diakonhjemmet Station Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 8, 20250 Siemens Mobility Norway has been awarded a contract to provide a signalling and train control system for the new Diakonhjemmet Station on the Oslo Metro network. The contract was signed with Sporveien on 4 July, and forms part of an urban development initiative aiming to create a new accessible public transport
Amey Begins US Expansion with Contract for Long Island Rail Road Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20250 Amey will deliver a new Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Implementation System for the Long Island Rail Road in its first contract in the US market. The 2 million USD contract, which was signed between Amey and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), will see the company provide a number of asset management
China: Wireless Double-Heading Coupling System Introduced at Nanning Depot Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 7, 20250 A new close-range wireless double-heading coupling system has been deployed on 148 HXD1C locomotives at the Nanning depot in southern China. The system is the result of joint development by China Railway Nanning Group and CRRC, and is intended to streamline the coupling process and support more flexible locomotive operations along
San Francisco: Muni Metro’s Train Control Upgrade Supported By State Grant Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 6, 20250 The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) has secured 41 million USD in state funding to support a major upgrade to the Muni Metro train control system. The grant, awarded through California’s Solutions for Congested Corridors programme, will help replace outdated control technology and expand automated management of Muni Metro services
Hitachi Rail Acquires Omnicom Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 4, 20250 Hitachi Rail has announced the acquisition of Omnicom, the digital rail monitoring business, from Balfour Beatty. The acquisition will form part of Hitachi’s efforts to further grow its digital asset management business, HMAX, which can be found on more than 2,000 trains across the globe. Omnicom will be utilised to strengthen Hitachi
New Dispatching System to Improve S-Bahn Operations in Berlin Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 30, 20250 Hitachi Rail and DB InfraGO have introduced a new digital dispatching system for Berlin’s S-Bahn network. The updated system, known as DiStEL, replaces an outdated platform at the Berlin operations control centre. Developed using Hitachi Rail’s ARAMIS® platform, DiStEL is designed to support more responsive and stable rail operations. It enables quicker
SYSTRA to Assist in UK Transition to FRMCS Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 28, 20250 SYSTRA UK and Ireland has announced it will be assist the Rail Safety and Standards Boards (RSSB) in the UK’s switch to the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS). The new system is set to replace the country’s existing GSM-R system, with SYSTRA now set to provide both a strategy and
Metro de Madrid Awards Contract to Support Automation of Line 6 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 17, 20250 Metro de Madrid has appointed a joint venture of SYSTRA and Ardanuy to support the automation of Line 6, one of the busiest lines on the city’s metro network. The new project involves introducing driverless operation at Grade of Automation 4 (GoA 4) to the circular Line 6, which plays a
Keolis & MBTA Launch Renewable Diesel Pilot Across Boston Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20250 Keolis and the MBTA have launched a renewable diesel pilot to reduce emissions across Boston. The pilot, which began in April, follows on from Keolis and the MBTA’s move to bring battery-electric multiple units into service on lines by 2028. The pilot was first brought into operation in April © Keolis The parties will
Stadler Opens New Signalling Office in Atlanta Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 25, 20250 Stadler has opened a brand-new signalling office in Atlanta, Georgia. The new office forms the first step of a major international expansion of Stadler’s Signalling Division, and was made possible in part following the awarding of a significant signalling contracted from local metro operator, MARTA, in November 2024. By choosing Uptown Atlanta
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