Technology & Innovation
DB Cargo: Dog robot inspects wagons
The digital tool Spot, a walking robot, was unveiled at the freight station in Mainz, where it will help identify wagons and inspect axles.
Karel Novak
02/10/2023
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3 min read
Digitalisation
Technology & Innovation
DAC: The future of European rail freight unveiled in Hungary
A train equipped with Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) has arrived in Hungary as part of a test tour through six European countries.
Marketa Horpeniakova
02/10/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Knorr-Bremse: Alstom high-speed trains equipped with next-generation brake control systems
Alstom has selected Knorr-Bremse to equip new Swedish high-speed trains with braking systems controlled by the latest evolution of the CubeControl brake control system.
Karel Novak
22/09/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Nevomo unveils levitating train
It is the world's first retrofit solution for existing rail cars to enable autonomous operation without a locomotive.
Karel Novak
20/09/2023
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2 min read
Infrastructure
Germany launches largest railway infrastructure revamp in decades
This comprehensive program, the largest since the railway reform of 1994, aims to revitalize the nation's railway network and stations, enhancing punctuality and aligning transport policies for passengers and freight.
Marketa Horpeniakova
20/09/2023
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3 min read
Technology & Innovation
ÖBB railcars get 3D-printed upgrade
The components were designed to enhance the performance, longevity, and comfort of ÖBB's fleet by reducing vibrations and preventing dust and moisture from infiltrating specific areas of its railcars.
Marketa Horpeniakova
15/09/2023
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2 min read
Business
Deutsche Bahn and Vossloh extend cooperation in preventive rail maintenance
Using Vossloh's High-Speed Grinding technology, the partnership aims to extend preventive maintenance to DB's entire high-performance rail network, which will cover more than 13,000 kilometers by 2024.
Marketa Horpeniakova
15/09/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Genesee & Wyoming Affiliates Seek to Implement Zero-Emission Rail Vehicles
Georgia Central Railways and the Heart of Georgia Railroad, both under the umbrella of Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W), have approached the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeking approval to trial a zero-emission rail-freight technology developed by Parallel Systems on selected segments of their rail networks.
Karel Novak
23/08/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Duos Technologies: Expansion of AI-driven Railcar Inspection Portals across North America
The Company also recently reported that its RIP technology has performed over 3.8 million comprehensive railcar scans through the first half of 2023.
Marketa Horpeniakova
22/08/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Southwest Research Institute has launched a tool for the freight rail industry
The software is set to reshape the rail decarbonization landscape by providing a comprehensive platform for assessing and implementing alternative energy locomotive technologies and associated infrastructure changes.
Marketa Horpeniakova
09/08/2023
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2 min read
Business
Vollert's shunting robots boost rail loading capacity at Kazakhstan's largest coal mine
With five new Wi-Fi-controlled shunting machines, capable of pulling trains up to 6,900 tonnes in weight, the mine's production capacity is set to increase from 32 million to 40 million tonnes annually.
Marketa Horpeniakova
08/08/2023
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2 min read
Business
Hitachi Rail wins €1.8bn contract for high-speed line between Verona and Padua
Hitachi Rail to equip line with advanced ERTMS digital signalling system.
Karel Novak
08/08/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
DB: AI overcomes shortage of skilled workers
Digital maintenance gets trains back on track faster. The Munich-Steinhausen S-Bahn station is a pilot project for digital maintenance at DB Regio.
Karel Novak
02/08/2023
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2 min read
Business
EC gives the green light to the Czech rail interoperability programme
The programme will now support the implementation of DAC, a key component for the automation of train operations.
Marketa Horpeniakova
02/08/2023
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2 min read
Rolling Stock
Wabtec to boost CN's fleet efficiency with the modernization of 60 locomotives
Wabtec's advanced modernization program will include converting certified pre-owned Dash-9 locomotives to AC powered traction and incorporating digital solutions to boost performance.
Marketa Horpeniakova
31/07/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Transport for New South Wales with a new Turnit software from Estonia
Estonian SaaS company Turnit will deliver a new customer reservation system for Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) in partnership with Spiketech.
Lubomir Cech
26/07/2023
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1 min read
Technology & Innovation
PZB Transmitter: Simplifying rail data readout for improved operations
With the PZB Transmitter, railway operators can conveniently retrieve driving data from their DSK 10 devices, saving time, effort, and resources.
Marketa Horpeniakova
08/07/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
Hitachi Rail provides a testing solution for Brisbane's digital signalling system
The "Over and Back" solution enables seamless switching between the existing interlocking system and the upcoming ETCS digital signalling system.
Marketa Horpeniakova
07/07/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
The future of rail: Deutsche Bahn tests fully automated train technology
Using state-of-the-art sensor technology, trains equipped with intelligent systems will be able to detect obstacles and react autonomously, similar to autonomous driving on roads.
Marketa Horpeniakova
06/07/2023
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2 min read
Technology & Innovation
GATX will retrofit its entire wagon fleet with new telematics devices by the end of 2023
Leading freight wagons leasing company, GATX, is implementing new telematics and sensor offerings that will be completely renewed on all of its wagons by the end of 2023.
Lubomir Cech
06/07/2023
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2 min read