UIC gives third party access to MERITS Integrated Data
As modern rail distribution systems are itinerary-driven, providing data to MERITS will enhance the opportunity to sell tickets.
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Railways could further benefit the environment, says new report
The UIC has participated in the IEA ‘Future of Rail’ report in New Delhi, which includes a central focus on India, where rail is the dominant mode of transport.
Following successful DAS testing, project SFERA moves into final stages
On the 25 October 2018, two driver advisory systems (DAS) were successfully tested on Thalys trains operating between Paris and Amsterdam. Now, the team behind project SFERA prepares to analyse the findings as the project nears completion.
SHERPA project aims to better protect trains and stations from terrorist attacks
The ‘open’ nature of stations and trains continually make them targets for terrorist attacks. But with project SHERPA, coordinated by the UIC, key players in the railway sector are coming together and focus on various actions that will help railways cope better with present and future threats.
UIC issues its yearly report on railway accidents in Europe
The number of rail accidents, the severity of collisions, and fatalities and injuries within Europe are recorded and analysed in the UIC’s safety report.
CEN, CENELEC and UIC sign Cooperation Agreement
The main objective of the agreement is to maximise the use of available resources and avoid duplication of work; improving the cost effectiveness and competitiveness of rail.
The Chairman of Italian Railways FS Group to be the new Chairman of UIC
An individual with impressive experience in the transport industry has been appointed as the new Chairman of the International Union of Railways (UIC).
European railway CEOs gather to discuss the future of rail
Held in Vienna, Austria, chief executive officers from various European railways are meeting to ensure future employees will be trained to a high standard…
OTIF’s François Davenne appointed new UIC Director General
At the UIC’s 92nd General Assembly in Madrid on 4 July 2018, François Davenne was appointed as the worldwide organisation of rail’s new Director General.
UIC, the Worldwide Railway Organisation, confirms partnership with Intelligent Transport and Global Railway Review
On 22 May 2018, Director General of the International Union of Railways (UIC), Jean-Pierre Loubinoux, signed a wide-ranging new partnership with Russell Publishing, the independent, international publishers of Intelligent Transport and Global Railway Review...
The top five things we learned at the International Rail Development conference
The International Rail Development conference took place on 22-23 May in Brussels and brought together attendees from all corners of the rail sector to discuss some of the biggest developments currently impacting the industry.
UIC and UITP sign a Memorandum of Understanding in Barcelona
Both companies believe joint initiatives are vital in facilitating the international movement of goods and services and ensuring effective harmonisation in the rail sector…
A message from our Chairman at International Rail Development 2018…
From the Romanian Corridor IV to the New Silk Road, there are some truly exciting projects happening around the world right now which are pushing the railway sector into new directions.
13th UIC Sustainability Conference in Vienna, 12, 13 & 14 October 2016
30 June 2016 | By UIC
Key issues will be discussed on how sustainability can give rail a competitive advantage...
Industry works together to present Roadmap for Digital Railways
26 April 2016 | By Katie Sadler, Digital Content Producer, Global Railway Review
Four railway associations have joined forces to present a joint Roadmap for digital railways to deploy digital technology across the industry.