Rail operators are increasingly turning to hybrid connectivity models combining cellular, trackside and satellite technologies to deliver more resilient and uninterrupted onboard passenger connectivity.
Digital signalling systems are transforming urban rail, helping cities meet growing demand while improving efficiency and passenger experience.
The transition from GSM-R to the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) represents a key enabler for the digital transformation of railway operations and the continued evolution of train control systems.SBB’s Massimiliano Rizzato explains the Swiss Federal Railways approach.
Rail operators across Europe are under growing pressure to add capacity quickly, making refurbishment a vital route to getting rolling stock back into service faster. In this interview, 4RAIL Sales Director David Ovsjannikov explains how flexible, high-quality modernisation is helping extend fleet life while meeting tight operational deadlines.
Simon Fletcher, founder of Fletch Rail Advisory, examines the strategic choices behind rail traction energy, weighing electrification, battery and hydrogen solutions and the challenges of scaling them across networks.