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
Wi-Fi for Freight Rail: Boosting Efficiency with Modern Connectivity Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 20, 20250 Connectivity is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity, particularly in industries like freight rail where operations span vast geographic areas and involve countless moving parts. For freight rail companies to remain competitive, they must adopt innovative technologies that enable real-time communication and data sharing. One such technology is Wi-Fi,
How Passengers Are Using On-Train Wi-Fi in 2025: Insights Revealed for World Wi-Fi Day Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 23, 20250 Rail passengers increasingly expect onboard Wi-Fi to mirror the always-on, content-rich experience of their home broadband. New figures from connectivity specialist Icomera – published today on World Wi-Fi Day – indicate that Google, Instagram and Facebook are absorbing the biggest share of on-train Wi-Fi bandwidth. Key Findings Passenger use of Google is the single
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
Making Public Transport More Accessible for All – Global Accessibility Awareness Day Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20250 Every year the world unites to shine a light on the importance of digital access and inclusion for disabled passengers. This year, Global Accessibility Awareness Day takes place on May 15, sparking conversations around public transport accessibility and how we can build a digital world that works for everyone. At Icomera, accessibility isn’t a one-day conversation. It’s embedded
Wi-Fi on Trains: How Does It Work and Why It Matters? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 6, 20250 Have you ever wondered, “How does wifi on trains work?” or perhaps, “Can you get WiFi on trains reliably?” With hybrid working becoming the new norm and leisure travellers seeking seamless digital experiences, onboard connectivity is more essential than ever. Icomera’s innovative passenger Wi-Fi solutions innovative passenger Wi-Fi solutions deliver precisely that: fast, secure, and reliable wifi on trains, helping
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
RailNation DC 2025: Shaping the Future of Passenger Rail in the United States Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 28, 20250 At RailNation DC 2025, transportation leaders and advocates gathered to discuss the future of passenger rail. Hosted by the Rail Passengers Association, the conversations revolved around three pivotal themes—each underscoring the challenges and opportunities shaping rail in America. 1. The Deeper Meaning of Passenger Flow When we think of “passenger flow,” boarding
Nomad Digital Expands Global Footprint To Equip Queensland Trains With Onboard Passenger WiFi Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 24, 20250 Nomad Digital, leading specialists in transport connectivity solutions has secured a major contract with Hyundai Rotem, one of the top rolling stock manufacturers worldwide. Hyundai Rotem is working in partnership with Downer Rail to build 65 new six-car passenger trains at a purpose-built manufacturing facility at Torbanlea, in the Fraser Coast region, Australia, for
Ensuring 24/7 Connectivity & Optimising Performance of Train Connectivity Systems Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 25, 20250 Connectivity is a critical part of passenger satisfaction and operational efficiency. For rail operators, ensuring seamless, reliable connectivity on board at all times is non-negotiable. This means maintaining not just the physical onboard connectivity infrastructure but also the performance of the system with real-time monitoring and analytics. In this article, we explore best
Icomera – The World’s First Onboard Wi-Fi Provider: Leading Innovation Since 2003 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 6, 20250 In 2003, we pioneered the world’s first onboard Wi-Fi system, marking a turning point in the way people experience travel. Before smartphones were in every pocket, we saw the need for seamless connectivity on public transport, and we made it happen. Since that landmark moment, our mission has been clear:
New Year, New Goals: Enhancing Onboard Connectivity in 2025 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 15, 20250 As we step into 2025, the rail industry faces a growing demand for fast, reliable, and intelligent onboard connectivity. Passenger expectations continue to rise, and operators are tasked with optimising their operations while delivering seamless experiences. At Icomera, we believe that cutting-edge technologies will play a pivotal role in achieving these
Canada: Polar Bear Express Introduces Express Wi-Fi Service Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 4, 20240 Ontario Northland has announced that its new ON Board Wi-Fi and Entertainment System is now available on board the Polar Bear Express. Provided by Icomera, the Polar Bear Express Wi-Fi service offers free internet for all passengers onboard, as well as a complimentary entertainment portal allowing travellers access to video content,
5 Connectivity Trends Steering Transportation Investments in 2024 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 19, 20240 Five Game-Changing Connectivity Trends Steering Transportation Infrastructure Investments in 2024 This story first appeared in The Fast Mode. In 2023, the transportation industry focused on securing funding to invest in new infrastructure — including new onboard Internet connectivity solutions / to improve the passenger experience. In 2024, the focus will be on making
Shadow Rail Minister Stephen Morgan MP Visits Icomera UK Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 16, 20240 Icomera, the world’s leading provider of integrated connectivity solutions for public transportation, welcomed Stephen Morgan MP to its UK headquarters in Chatham Maritime on Tuesday 9th January. The event, which was also attended by Councillor Lauren Edwards, the Labour and Co-operative Party Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Rochester and Strood, aimed to
How to Get Connected with Federal Funding Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 2, 20240 Your opportunity to deploy connected intelligent infrastructure is here. The USDOT has made available $120 million to transit agencies, MPOs, and State/local governments through the Advanced Transportation Technologies and Innovative Mobility Deployment (ATTIMD) program, also known as the Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation (ATTAIN) program. ATTAIN provides funding to plan, design, deploy,
Connecting Ontario Northland with Onboard Passenger Wi-Fi Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 1, 20230 Connecting Ontario Northland with Onboard Passenger Wi-Fi & Entertainment Offering safe, reliable transportation services to, from and across Northern Ontario. On November 15, 2023, Ontario Northland Transit Commission (ONTC) held a public event in Cochrane, Ontario introducing the new onboard Passenger Wi-Fi (by way of an Icomera X-Series mobile access router) and
Icomera SureWAN 4.0 Raises the Connectivity Benchmark Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 22, 20230 Four Ways Icomera SureWAN 4.0 Raises the Connectivity Benchmark Since its invention, we’ve continuously improved upon Icomera’s core proprietary technology, SureWANTM, evolving the way in which the aggregation protocol works to not only meet but exceed new connectivity demands. SureWAN 4.0, the latest iteration of the technology, brings several optimisations over previous generations
Path Forward for U.S. Infrastructure Projects Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 15, 20230 This article first appeared in City Monitor – written by Gabriel Lopez-Bernal. The US’s bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in 2021 allocated hundreds of billions of dollars to upgrading our nation’s transit infrastructure. However, addressing existing challenges and bringing this infrastructure into the 21st century is easier said than done. To ensure the
The Long-Awaited Rule Regarding Rail Recording Devices Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 30, 20230 The Federal Railroad Administration finalizes the push for safer and smarter journeys. In October, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) released a Final Rule requiring the installation of inward- and outward-facing image recording devices on all passenger train lead locomotives providing scheduled intercity rail passenger or commuter services. Under this Final Rule, all lead
Wi-Fi 7: Examining its Features and Benefits for Public Transport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 20, 20230 Since the creation of the first 802.11 standard back in 1997, Wi-Fi has evolved to meet the increasing global demands for faster, more reliable, and efficient wireless connectivity. Wi-Fi 7, also known as the IEEE 802.11be or the EHT (Extremely High Throughput) standard, marks a pivotal step change; its introduction will
Cisco Portfolio for Transportation: What Can We Help You Solve Today? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 10, 20230 Cisco Portfolio for Transportation: What Can We Help You Solve Today? At Cisco, we are building the bridge between our customer’s desired business outcomes and our technology that enables them. To help us do this effectively, we have developed an interactive, industry-specific tool that illustrates how Cisco is making a difference in industries. The annual update
Top 6 Reasons Why Icomera is Heading to APTA EXPO Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 4, 20230 Top 6 Reasons Why Icomera is Heading to APTA EXPO 1. We are ushering in the future at EXPO; the wait is over. 2. We are debuting the A2 Access Point and X7 Mobile Access Router. 3. We are taking partner marketing to another level with EQUANS, GoMedia, and Axis Communications. 4. We are
Icomera Unveils the X7 Mobile Connectivity & Applications Router Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 29, 20230 Icomera’s new X7 router is a gateway to a powerful centralised connectivity platform, supporting multiple, resource-intensive applications including Passenger Wi-Fi, Onboard Infotainment, and Digital Video Surveillance & Analytics. Roger Matthews, Icomera’s Chief Commercial Officer, explains:“Nowadays, a plethora of onboard systems installed on vehicles require ubiquitous, reliable connectivity. The X7 delivers exceptional speed, storage and
Nomad Digital Appoints New Managing Director Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 28, 20230 Nomad Digital is pleased to announce that Emmanuel HENRY is appointed as Managing Director of Nomad Digital effective as of 1st September. Emmanuel has extensive experience in the railway industry acquired through the management of large projects, commercial management and executive roles across various geographies. Emmanuel’s previous role was Managing Director for multinational
Challenging the Paradigm in Commuter Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 27, 20230 The commuter rail industry has been operating under a captive audience for far too long. The traditional paradigm of commuter rail has long held sway over the industry, but the winds of change are blowing through the railway corridors. In an era where even seemingly captive audiences seek options, the commuter rail
The First Wi-Fi 7 Access Point Purpose-Built for Public Transport Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 22, 20230 Introducing the Icomera A2: The World’s First Wi-Fi 7 Access Point Purpose-Built for Public Transportation Icomera is launching the A2, the very first rail-grade access point to support Wi-Fi 7, the latest and most advanced generation of wireless technology. The A2-i © Icomera As connectivity to trains continues to increase based on the utilisation
NEXCOM’s nROK 7270 and nROK 7271 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 21, 20230 NEXCOM’s nROK 7270 and nROK 7271: Unleashing Streaming Limitations and Accelerating the Edge AI Inference for Safer and Smarter Railways The Potent and Reliable Edge AI Platform Empowers the Hybrid Applications The Game Changer – NEXCOM’s nROK 7270 and nROCK 7271 meet the growth demand for vision-based obstacle detection by high-speed camera and edge AI inference, featuring
NEXCOM Advancing Mobility Systems for Public Transit at APTA Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 7, 20230 NEXCOM Advancing Mobility Systems for Public Transit at APTA 2023 NEXCOM will showcase its Passenger Infotainment Solution, Video Surveillance Solution, and Edge AI Computing Solutions for Smart Public Bus Transit and Smart Public Rail Transit at the APTA Expo 2023 in Orlando, FL USA. Be sure to visit NEXCOM at Booth #1406 near Hall WA3 Entrance. Video
Nomad Digital Awarded SNCF Voyageurs TGV INOUI Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 10, 20230 Nomad Digital, specialist in transport connectivity solutions has signed a 4-year base frame contract (with an option for a 3-year extension) to upgrade the SNCF Voyageurs high-speed trains (TGV INOUI) with its Internet On-Board (IOB) 5G solution. The frame contract includes the upgrading of up to 355 TGV INOUI high-speed trains
Today’s Toughest Questions Answered: Digital Video Surveillance Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 22, 20230 How can transit agencies ensure their fleets remain secure and that passengers and staff feel safe? Digital video surveillance is quickly becoming one of the most popular tools used to mitigate safety and security risks, but there is so much more involved than just setting up cameras. We asked some tough questions to
World Wi-Fi Day 2023: An Interview with Mats Karlsson Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 21, 20230 To celebrate World Wi-Fi Day 2023, we spoke with Icomera’s Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder Mats Karlsson to discuss how technological advances are helping meet the growing data demands of both passengers and transport operators… What Benefits are Ever-improving Wi-Fi Connectivity Bringing for Public Transportation? Firstly, reliable, high-speed connectivity clearly enhances the
Ubiquitous Connectivity & the Role of Aggregation in Transportation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 26, 20230 For all modes – buses, rail, and autonomous vehicles – ubiquitous connectivity has become a prominent topic across transportation committees. Meeting the expectations of both transportation operators and passengers requires stable and reliable connections, which is where aggregation and managed connectivity come into play. Let’s delve into today’s challenges and tomorrow’s benefits
Icomera’s Real-Time Video Surveillance Management System Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 19, 20230 Icomera Launches Real-Time Video Surveillance Management System Icomera has applied its expertise in connected solutions for public transportation to deliver a new real-time video surveillance system which allows operators to remotely view live onboard camera feeds, and review and retrieve footage of any incidents while the vehicle is in service. Introducing ICONIC
How Internet Outages Impact Transportation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 2, 20230 Oleg Karaman, Sales Business Development Manager, ThousandEyes and Adam Sickmann, Technical Solutions Architect, ThousandEyes. There are certain industries that, due to their critical nature, cannot afford system downtime. The transportation industry, which includes airlines and public transit, is one example. So what happens if systems go offline? Over the past few months,
Public Transportation’s Value for Money Equation Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 27, 20230 Can Onboard Connectivity Answer Public Transportation’s Value for Money Equation? When thinking about Internet connectivity on public transport vehicles, Passenger Wi-Fi has long been seen as the obvious application. The reality, however, is that a plethora of onboard systems need connectivity to deliver benefits to transport operators and passengers. Recent studies have revealed the
UK Wireless Infrastructure Strategy Addresses Mobile Coverage for Rail Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 13, 20230 On 11 April, the UK government published its latest Wireless Infrastructure Strategy, which includes a focus on delivering digital infrastructure to improve mobile coverage for rail. The government states that connectivity for passengers on the railways is currently unsatisfactory The strategy recognises that mobile coverage on the rail network is currently unreliable,
#VisitNomad at SIFER 2023 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 17, 20230 Later this month, we are looking forward to attending SIFER 2023 in Lille, France, which is set to be the 13th International Exhibition of Railway Technology. As an exhibitor we will be present on the Nomad Digital Stand #1-234 during the entire event from 28 – 30 March meeting operators and manufacturers
Icomera & Karlstad University Team Win ‘Best Paper’ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 22, 20230 Icomera and Karlstad University Team Win ‘Best Paper’ at IEEE CQR Conference IEEE, a renowned professional association for electronic and electrical engineering, held its 36th International Workshop on Communications Quality and Reliability (CQR) in Arlington, Virginia, USA in 2022, featuring numerous technical sessions, original paper presentations, and keynote sessions. The 2022 session specifically
Transport for Wales Launches New On-Train Wi-Fi Portal Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 8, 20230 Transport for Wales Launches New On-Train Wi-Fi Portal With Real-Time Service Information Transport for Wales (TfW) has launched a new on-train Wi-Fi portal, developed by Icomera subsidiary GoMedia, which features real-time information and the opportunity for passengers to submit in-journey feedback. The portal uses industry-leading data sources and GPS mapping to provide
PaxLife Innovations and onway Win STA Tender Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 17, 20230 PaxLife Innovations and onway Win STA Tender for a Single WLAN and Infotainment System on Trains Photo: STA/Tessaro © PaxLife Innovations Patrick Dejaco, Head of Information Systems at STA – Südtiroler Transportstrukturen AG, said:“We opted for onway and PaxLife since this infotainment solution integrates perfectly with our passenger information system architecture.” Initial Position By means
What Does the Future of Transport Connectivity Look Like? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 10, 20230 In 2023, we are living in a connected world. We communicate through robust virtual channels, conduct work remotely, and receive healthcare at a distance, all due to advancements in technology and the transition to the Internet of Everything. That intelligent connection between data, processes, and people is at the core of our
Nomad Digital To Provide Services for New Caltrain Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 23, 20220 Nomad Digital, specialist in transport connectivity solutions has been awarded two contracts by Caltrain to supply, implement, operate and maintain a turnkey Trackside Radio Network and associated on-train services on the newly electrified line spanning the San Francisco to San Jose rail corridor. The project includes fitting Caltrain’s trackside infrastructure with
Nomad Digital Placed #1 in Business Cloud’s TransportTech 50 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 6, 20220 “Firstly, it is a great pleasure to be among the incredible UK tech companies who feature in the TransportTech 50 final ranking. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody who voted and say a heartfelt thank you to our team members – people without whom we would
A Different Kind of Showroom with LAT Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 29, 20220 Shaping the Traffic Turnaround: A Different Kind of Showroom with LAT With the help of partners LAT is converting a DDR S-Bahn into a modern meeting room and Antonics is supplying the antennas for the unique showroom concept. The LAT Group has developed a modern showroom concept close to the RAW site in Berlin.
Nomad Digital: Reflecting on InnoTrans 2022 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 17, 20220 This September, the Nomad Digital team had the chance to connect in person by attending the biennial world leading transport technology trade fair InnoTrans after a four-year absence. Below, Gerald von Pok, Regional Sales Director, and Paul Vaclik, Head of R&D and Architecture, reflect on their time at the show, outline
Exhibition Review – InnoTrans Makes an Impressive Come Back Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 15, 20220 Exhibition Review: 2800 Exhibitors 140,000 Visitors – InnoTrans Makes an Impressive Come Back Antonics and IT am Fahrzeug presented their products together at the leading international trade fair for transport technology. From September 20th, 2022 to September 23rd, 2022, the 13th InnoTrans took place at Messe Berlin. A total of 2,834 exhibitors
ANTONICS Multipolarized 4×4 MIMO Indoor Railway Antenna Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 20, 20220 ANTONICS Develops New Multipolarized 4×4 MIMO Indoor Railway Antenna Networked, digital solutions support vehicle management and control as well as passenger communication in modern rail vehicles. The prerequisite are powerful antennas which transmit signals in a stable manner even under adverse conditions. With the newly developed multipolarized 4×4 MIMO multiband antenna, ANTONICS
The Indirect Way of Getting from London to Liverpool by Train Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 14, 20220 Normally, if you want to travel from London to Liverpool by train, you’d start from Euston. A few weeks back, though, I decided to take a different route. Instead of going to Euston and heading north west, I would go to Kings Cross and travel north, to Leeds. There, pausing only
3 Integral Components Driving the Future of Transport Connectivity Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 10, 20220 The 3 Integral Components Driving the Future of Transport Connectivity We are living in an ever-connected world, and that is especially true in 2022. Thanks to technological advancements and the transition to the Internet of Things, we communicate through robust virtual channels, work remotely, and can receive healthcare at a distance. The resulting
SENOPLAST Is Company of the Year 2022 Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 10, 20220 We have made it! We are WIKARUS 2022! On September 27th, SENOPLAST was awarded with the Salzburg business award WIKARUS in the category “Company of the Year” during a festive gala at the WIFI Salzburg. In this category, primarily the successes of the past year, the innovative strength, the corporate culture and
PESA Signs Contract for Heavy Maintenance of 59 PKP Intercity Cars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 27, 20220 PKP Intercity has chosen PESA Bydgoszcz to undertake the heavy maintenance (level 5) of 24 152A and 35 154A series cars. This contract, signed at InnoTrans 2022, is valued at 376 million PLN (78.91m EUR | 76.09m USD). PESA to modernise more carriages for PKP Intercity © PESA The project will be undertaken in
InnoTrans 2022: PaxLife to Highlight Passenger-Related Services Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 13, 20220 Innotrans 2022: PaxLife Innovations to highlight passenger-related services combined in a single software platform – efficient, cost-effective, scalable. PaxLife Innovations GmbH recognizes the growing challenge for transport operators to deliver, in a highly flexible, cost-effective and streamlined way, information and services that provide an exceptional passenger experience. You can see the PaxLife
Netskrt Launches First-of-its-Kind Edgecasting Solution with LNER Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 25, 20220 Netskrt Launches First-of-its-Kind Edgecasting Solution with LNER, Eliminating Bandwidth Bottlenecks Today, free Wi-Fi networks are available almost everywhere, but as soon as people connect their devices and start streaming content, the network often can’t keep up, even with just a few dozen devices connected. Surprisingly, there are many places in the
CapMetro Looks to the Future with the Swiftly Connected Transit Platform Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 9, 20220 CapMetro Looks to the Future with the Swiftly Connected Transit Platform Austin’s CapMetro has been a leader in transit technology for years, first as an early adopter of real-time passenger information and recently with a project to expand Swiftly’s Onboard App to their full fleet of 500 buses. Austin has experienced unique
ÖBB and DB Present New Nightjet Couchette Car Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 13, 20220 ÖBB and Deutsche Bahn (DB) have presented a modernised couchette car for ÖBB’s Nightjet service in Austria, Germany and Switzerland. As part of the upgrade programme, ÖBB has converted 22 passenger cars from its existing Nightjet train fleet into multifunctional couchette cars that will enhance passenger comfort. The upgraded couchette cars are
Germany: ODEG Signs Elbe-Spree Network Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 1, 20220 A special ceremony has been held for the signing of the transport contract for the Elbe-Spree network in Brandenburg an der Havel. The Europe-wide tender for this contract was overseen by the Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg (VBB) on behalf of the German states of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Berlin, Brandenburg and Saxony-Anhalt. The signing ceremony was
Why GTFS-rt Should Be Your Agency’s Common Data Language Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 30, 20220 Why GTFS-rt Should Be Your Agency’s Common Data Language Not All Real-Time Passenger Information Is Created Equal There’s little question in the transit industry about the value of providing Real-time Passenger Information (RTPI) to passengers. RTPI has been found to increase ridership, reduce perception of wait time, and even make passengers feel safer. Today, the
Find the Best Fit for Your Industrial Wireless Needs Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 28, 20220 Cut Through the Noise: Find the Best Fit for Your Industrial Wireless Needs Wireless technologies have evolved significantly over the years. Wireless solutions used to be limited to sensing less-than-critical applications and connecting user devices. Nowadays, wireless technologies are able to support bandwidth-intensive worker productivity applications, reliable mobility for critical assets,
Germany: Stadler to Deliver 28 TINA Trams to Rostock Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 27, 20220 Stadler has been awarded a contract to deliver 28 TINA trams to Rostocker Straßenbahnen AG (RSAG) in Rostock, Germany. This is Stadler’s third contract for its latest-generation of tram railcars, which can accommodate 221 passengers, with 75 seated. The 32-metre vehicles have spacious interiors, large panoramic windows and an integrated passenger
HS2 Promises Superior Connectivity for 21st Century Rail Travel Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 21, 20220 HS2 has promised passengers will have seamless mobile coverage across the entire high-speed rail network. This will ensure uninterrupted calls and video streaming even when travelling through tunnels – as long as passengers are connected to the train’s onboard wifi service. Those at HS2 stations have also been guaranteed the same level
UK: Testing Begins on Avanti West Coast’s New Fleet of Hitachi Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 15, 20220 Static testing has begun on the first of Avanti West Coast’s new fleet of trains at Hitachi Rail’s Newton Aycliffe factory. Start of testing marks major milestone for Avanti West Coast’s new fleet © Avanti West Coast The new fleet, valued at 350 million GBP (408.92m EUR | 439.03m USD), will be a
Škoda to Deliver an Additional 10 Two-Way Trams to Bratislava Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 2, 20220 Dopravní podnik Bratislava has contracted Škoda Group to supply 10 new two-way ForCity Plus 30T trams for the Slovak capital. The contract is valued at 650 million CZK (26.5 million EUR) and will increase the number of Škoda trams in Bratislava to 100 units upon delivery in 2024. The ForCity Plus 30T
SWISS and SBB Strengthen Partnership with SWISS Air Rail Announcement Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 12, 20220 Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and SBB Swiss Federal Railways are expanding and renaming their intermodal rail/air travel product formally known as Airtrain. SWISS and SBB intensify their strategic partnership: Munich-Zurich Airport to be the first international ‘SWISS Air Rail © SWISS The renamed SWISS Air Rail will add Munich Hauptbahnhof to its
Alstom Wins Its Largest Order in Germany to Date Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mayıs 10, 20220 Alstom has signed a contract to supply 130 Coradia Stream High Capacity electric double-decker trains to Landesanstalt Schienenfahrzeuge Baden-Württemberg (SFBW) in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The electric multiple unit (EMU) trains can reach maximum speeds of 200 kilometres per hour and consist of two double-decker control cars and two single-decker middle cars, providing
Talgo and Indra Partner to Become Founding Member of Europe’s Rail Programme Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 6, 20220 Rail manufacturer Talgo and tech consultancy Indra have signed a strategic agreement that will see them partner to become a founding member of the railway innovation programme Europe’s Rail (EU-Rail). They will also be on the programme’s governing board. A Talgo high-speed train © Talgo EU-Rail is part of the European Innovation Framework Programme:
DB Regio Orders 29 Alstom Coradia Stream High-Capacity Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 5, 20220 DB Regio has ordered 29 Coradia Stream high-capacity electric double-deck multiple units from Alstom for use on the Frankfurt–Fulda–Bebra (RE50) and Frankfurt–Wächtersbach (RB51) lines. These will increase transport capacity and reduce travel times in the Hesse region of Germany once they go into service in December 2025. Coradia Stream High Capacity trains
IN PICTURES: Amtrak Unveils Interiors for New Acela Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Nisan 1, 20220 The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, Amtrak, and rolling stock manufacturer Alstom have reached a milestone in the project to put new Acela trainsets into passenger service. Together they have unveiled the interiors of the fleet that will carry passengers on the Northeast Corridor (NEC), connecting New York, Washington and Boston. This
Germany: DB Regio Modernises the VVO Diesel Network’s Fleet of Desiro Railcars Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Mart 9, 20220 DB Regio has unveiled one of the first Desiro railcars it’s redesigned for the Verkehrsverbund Oberelbe (VVO) transport association, which provides public transport services in Saxony, Germany. First modernised multiple units for VVO © Deutsche Bahn AG | Volker Emersleben In addition to gradually modernising the VVO fleet, DB Regio has been operating
Railway Antenna Specialist Antonics Wins DB Fahrzeuginstandhaltung Tender Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Şubat 23, 20220 Railway Antenna Specialist Antonics Wins DB Fahrzeuginstandhaltung Tender DB Fahrzeuginstandhaltung selects Antonics’ cross-polarized 5G MIMO train antennas for its Colibri IT solution portfolio Antonics GmbH, the technology leader in multi-band train antenna solutions for professional use, will supply the train antennas (outside and inside) and GSM-R bandstop filters for the modular Colibri
New EMR Aurora Contract Supports STAUFF Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ocak 20, 20220 STAUFF, a global leader in the manufacture and supply of hydraulic system components, is providing key products for EMR’s new Aurora Fleet, such as specialist clamping solutions, tube manipulation, flexible hose assemblies and fittings. STAUFF has been part of Hitachi Rail’s global supply chain since 2012 and this close relationship supports
Bombardier Signs 3-Year Avanti West Coast Services Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 17, 20190 UK: Bombardier has signed a three-year services contract for the new Avanti West Coast franchise. As part of this contract Bombardier will maintain its Super Voyager fleet for the franchise operator’s mainline services until 2022. Bombardier will also refresh the entire fleet. The Central Rivers depot will deliver some of the
Three classes planned for Avanti West Coast Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 10, 20190 NEW Intercity West Coast operator Avanti has revealed that it is planning another class of travel, which would be inserted between Standard and First. Passengers buying tickets for the intermediate 'premium economy' class would sit in first class areas but have fewer at-seat extras than first class ticket holders, with snacks,
Hitachi to Build New Intercity Trains for Avanti West Coast Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 6, 20190 Hitachi Rail will base its design on Japanese bullet-train technology. They will travel at 125mph (200km/h) and will be quieter than the diesel-only trains they are replacing. Passengers will enjoy the more reliable wifi as well as the wireless at-seat charging facility. There will also be plug sockets and USB
New trains for West Coast will be built by Hitachi Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 6, 20190 HITACHI is to build 23 new trains for the West Coast Partnership, with the aim of having them in service by 2022. The fleet will consist of 10 seven-car electric units and 13 five-car bi-mode units, and will be based on Hitachi’s existing Intercity Express models. The electric trains will operate between
Nomad Digital Launch Private Trackside Radio Technology Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Aralık 3, 20190 Nomad Digital is delighted to launch its new Trackside Radio Networks solutions, available now for mainland rail and metro. Nomad has developed unique Trackside communications technology, that will provide passengers with a seamless, high-speed WiFi connection throughout their journey. In today’s rail environment providing good quality, consistent passenger WiFi is increasingly
How Has Rail WiFi Technology Developed? Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 22, 20190 Recent research found that the average commuting time in the UK has risen from 48 minutes to an hour and that one in seven commuters are now spending two or more hours of their day travelling to and from work. As commuting time continues to increase, passengers are likely to become
Alstom to Supply 19 Coradia Trains to Baden-Württemberg Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Kasım 15, 20190 DB Regio will acquire the new trains on behalf of the Ministry of Transport of Baden-Württemberg. Once delivered, the Landesanstalt Schienenfahrzeuge Baden-Württemberg (SFBW) will become the owner. It will lease the vehicles to DB Regio for a period of 13 years – the duration of their transport contract. Coradia Continental for
Austria: WESTbahn Buys 15 Stadler KISS Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 30, 20190 The Stadler KISS trains will replace the existing WESTbahn fleet running on the Vienna-Salzburg route. WESTbahn is selling the old fleet to Deutsche Bahn. Stadler KISS Maintenance Provision The maintenance provision in the contract covers preventive and corrective maintenance services as well as the main servicing and revisions. Stadler says that thanks
TfW: 6500 More Spaces to Improve Capacity in Wales Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 4, 20190 Passengers travelling between Cheltenham and Maesteg, and between Cardiff and Ebbw Vale will see the introduction of Bombardier Class 170 DMUs. Constructed between 1998 and 2005, they feature on-board passenger displays, accessible toilets, air-conditioning, wifi and power sockets. Transport for Wales is taking on the Class 170 fleet from Greater
Stadler and FNM Present FLIRT Mock-Up in Milan Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 2, 20190 The mock-up is true to size. Stadler will deliver the actual vehicles for regional operations in Lombardy at the end of 2021. The contract, worth 1.6 billion euros, is footed by the Regione Lombardia. Stage V European Union Emissions Standards Despite using diesel, Stadler says it designed the trains with sustainability in
5 facts you may not know about the ‘Azuma’ train Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ekim 2, 20190 LNER launched its first passenger services on the East Coast Main Line on May 15, using the Hitachi-built Class 800 ‘Azuma’ express trains as part of a rolling programme to replace both its Class 91 and Mk4 and HST fleets. The ‘Azuma’ will replace LNER’s entire fleet of trains The
High Speed 1 rail line ‘to cost companies £26 million a year’ Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 30, 20190 Rail companies will have to pay £26 million per year to keep the High Speed 1 train line operational. The numbers are more than quadruple the amount they were paying a decade ago, according to new figures. Analysis from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) shows that operators should
Northern Fleet Refurbishment Two Thirds Complete Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 26, 20190 The trains in the Northern fleet that are undergoing refurbishment works, as per the franchise agreement are: Sprinters: Class 150/1 & 150/2 Super Sprinters: Class 155 & 156 Express Sprinters: Class 158/0 & 158/9 Turbostars: Class 170/4 Class 319, 323 & 333 EMUs Improved Passenger Facilities The refurbishment programme will make the trains more comfortable and provide
Industry Insider Week 37 / 38 – 20 Must-Read Rail News Stories Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 24, 20190 After Poland’s accession to the EU, the country received massive economic investment as well as investment in its railway infrastructure and rolling stock. Some of the new rolling stock for the Polish market will be unveiled at this year’s TRAKO. Bombardier, a co-organiser of TRAKO, will present its new TRAXX DC3
TfW Publishes Station Improvement Vision | £194 Investment Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 19, 20190 Transport for Wales has published its Station Improvement Vision. In it, it says it will invest 194 million GBP (219 million euros | 242 million USD) in improving all 247 railway stations in Wales. Transport for Wales Station Improvement Vision It has published its ‘Station Improvement Vision’ to show off how Welsh
SNCF Chooses CAF for New Intercity Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 19, 20190 CAF says it was chosen based on the technical performance, innovation and cost it offered in its bid. CAF Intercity Trains for SNCF The Spanish rolling stock manufacturer will deliver electric multiple units that will have top speeds of 200km/h. The trains will feature ergonomic seat designs, wifi, power sockets and USB
Denmark to Get 4 Additional Coradia Lint Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Eylül 17, 20190 Danish train operator Nordjyske Jernbaner A/S has ordered four Coradia Lint DMUs from Alstom. This will bring their total fleet of Coradia Lint regional trains to 17. Alstom says it will manufacture the rolling stock at its facility in Salzgitter, Germany and deliver the units by mid-2021. Coradia Lint Specifications for Danish
Northern Adds 15 New CAF Civity Trains to Its Fleet Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 15, 20190 UK: The City of Liverpool and much of the North West are benefitting from 15 new trains. Northern is making a 500 million GBP investment in 101 new trains. These trains are replacements to Northern’s Pacer fleet, which it is required to remove from service by the end of the
First/Trenitalia to Operate West Coast Partnership Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20190 First/Trenitalia will run the West Coast Partnership franchise from December 2019 to 2031. The two partners – FirstGroup and Trenitalia – have different areas of expertise. For example, the former is highly familiar with the British rail industry, while Trenitalia is incredibly knowledgeable about high-speed trains. The West Coast Partnership replaces
First, Trenitalia win West Coast Partnership franchise Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Ağustos 14, 20190 THE government has awarded the West Coast Partnership to a consortium of FirstGroup and Trenitalia. Transport secretary Grant Shapps and Keith Williams, chair of the Rail Review, have described the deal as ‘vital to deliver the swift introduction of significant benefits for passengers’. The new contract is also designed to ‘fit
Greater Anglia: New Intercity Train Completes Test Run Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 25, 20190 In October 2016 Swiss company Stadler signed a contract with Greater Anglia to replace their fleet of intercity trains. One of the new trains has now successfully completed a daylight test run between Norwich and Liverpool Street. Greater Anglia intercity train © Greater Anglia Test Run & Training The train underwent extensive testing
More Trains: DB Is Expanding Its Intercity Fleet by 17 New Double-Decker Trains Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 24, 20190 Deutsche Bahn (DB) is accelerating the development of its long-distance services. It has made a quick decision to purchase 17 high-quality double-decker trains that are currently operating for Westbahn in Austria to bolster its intercity fleet. The vehicles are largely only two years old and have reached top levels of
Hungarian Railways Gets Its First Stadler KISS Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 18, 20190 Stadler and Hungarian state railway company MÁV ceremoniously celebrated the roll-out of the first new KISS train. The train will now undergo the necessary testing before it can enter commercial service. The date set for this is from February 2020 onwards for both this train and ten additional units. The
Nomad-Alstom Consortium Win Multi Million-Pound On-Board Passenger WiFi Contract Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 9, 20190 Nomad Digital, the world’s leading provider of passenger and fleet connectivity solutions to the railway industry, will supply, design and deliver in cooperation with DSB a complete on-board Passenger WiFi solution and provide maintenance and operation services to the system. The contract is a 6-year agreement which was awarded in September
Greater Anglia’s Bombardier Fleet Begins Testing Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 8, 20190 The 111 British Rail Class 720 electric multiple units Bombardier has been building for Greater Anglia have entered the testing phase. British Rail Class 720 Aventra EMU for Abellio Greater Anglia © Bombardier Bombardier Aventra Testing Comprised of 665 vehicles in total, the first of the Bombardier Aventra trains will run at 110mph
Stadler to Supply 55 FLIRT Akku Trains to NAH.SH Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Temmuz 2, 20190 On 21 June Stadler announced it had won the contract to supply 55 FLIRT Akku trains to Nahverkehrsverbund Schleswig-Holstein GmbH (NAH.SH) pending a ten-day appeal period. This period has now passed and Stadler remains the winning bidder. FLIRT Akku for NAH.SH © Stadler Receiving this contract, which contains an option for a
New CAF Trains for Northern to Enter Service on 1 July Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 26, 20190 United Kingdom: On 1 July the first nine trains of Northern’s new fleet for local services will enter service. A Class 331 Civity EMU for Northern by CAF © Northern The trains will operate services between Cumbria and Manchester Airport, Liverpool and Manchester Airport, and Doncaster and Leeds. In total, Northern’s new fleet
Alstom to Supply 8 Coradia Lint Diesel Trains to ODEG Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 24, 20190 Alstom is to supply Ostdeutsche Eisenbahn GmbH (ODEG) with eight Coradia Lint regional trains. These diesel multiple units feature EU-emission Stage V powerpack – the first in the world – which makes them more environmentally friendly compared to other DMUs. Coradia Lint 54 for Baden-Württemberg © Alstom Alstom will build these multiple
Winning Bid: Stadler to Supply 55 FLIRT Akku Trains to Germany Yurtdışı Haberleri by railsistem - Haziran 21, 20190 Stadler has won a call for tenders put forward by the Nahverkehrsbund Schleswig-Holstein GmbH (NAH.SH). Consequently, Stadler is to supply 55 FLIRT Akku battery trains to the operator. Stadler FLIRT Akku on its inaugural test run in Berlin, Germany © Stadler Stadler submitted the winning bid to NAH.SH. It will now deliver 55