Railway technology and innovation news
The latest technology and innovations from rail industry manufacturers, suppliers and service providers worldwide.
Europe: Overcoming the language barrier
Developed by UIC and RailNetEurope with funding from the Shift2Rail joint undertaking, the Translate4Rail tool offers hope that the thorny problem of drivers and dispatchers speaking different languages on cross-border routes in Europe can finally be resolved. Toma Bačić explains.
Technology: Keeping track of tram-trains
Enhanced control and supervision tools have been deployed to improve the operation of tram-trains around Karlsruhe, where portion working is a common but complicated process.
Istanbul – London freight service planned by January
EUROPE: Planning is well advanced for the launch of a rail service carrying road semi-trailers between the Asian side of Istanbul and London via the Channel Tunnel, Albert Bastius, COO of TX Logistik, told Rail Business UK at the InnoTrans exhibition.
Controlled Axle Steering on show following Grand Central tests
INNOTRANS: On show in Berlin is the Liebherr Controlled Axle Steering active wheelset control system, which aims to significantly reduce wear on rails and wheels.
Textile manufacturer showcases digital print
INNOTRANS: Transport and commercial building textile manufacturer Camira has introduced digital printing to provide what it terms ‘an unparalleled level of flexibility and freedom’ when choosing textiles for train interiors.
Hiab launches rail crane range
FINLAND: Cargotec company Hiab has launched a series of rail-specific loader cranes with its SPACEevo control system, building on its products for the road market. The Hiab iX 122 RAIL is to be launched at the IAA show in Hannover on September 20-25.
Viewpoint: Legacy railways need cybersecurity too
NS awards ETCS onboard equipment contract
Merlin conjures up better access to rail operating information
KiwiRail awards national traffic management system contract
Teltronic awarded Delhi – Meerut communications contract
Chemical company tackles wagonload performance
Crossrail Building Management System contract
BNSF to test Norwegian drone
RENFE begins launch of Dōcō Mobility-as-a-Service platform
Infrastructure: Connected workers inspect catenary
USA: Attracting shippers to freight rail
Beacons deployed to provide better train location data than GPS
Traction Technology: Are hydrogen locomotives the next big thing?
Polish approval for wheel detector
Train-to-train data transmission over 4 km
Technology: Siemens Mobility targets Destination Digital
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