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UIC signs intermodal MoU with the International Air Transport Association
The Memorandum of Understanding between IATA and UIC outlines that both parties will work to support intermodal travel and interoperability.
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International Union of Railways (UIC)
The International Union of Railways (UIC) is the worldwide professional association representing the railway sector and promoting rail transport. The UIC’s mission is to promote rail transport globally with the objective of responding effectively to current and future challenges relating to mobility and sustainable development.
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UIC annual report shows railway safety at record high in 2018
Accidents and numbers of victims has decreased by almost 17 per cent between 2013 and 2018, with a two per cent improvement from 2017, according to UIC.
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A Q&A with: Christian Chavanel, Director – Rail System Department, UIC
At Global Railway Review’s Digital Rail Revolution 2019 conference, Christian Chavanel, Director of the Rail System Department at the UIC, took time to share with us his opinions on future rail development and how the railway sector ‘must accelerate its own cycle of innovation’.
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Global Railway Review welcomes new Editorial Advisory Board members
Global Railway Review is delighted to welcome three new members to its growing Editorial Advisory Board – Maggie Simpson, Director General of the Rail Freight Group (RFG); Maria Price, Expert – Technical Interoperability Department at the Intergovernmental Organisation for International Carriage by Rail (OTIF); and Darren Caplan, Chief Executive of…
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UIC appoints Christian Chavanel as Director of Rail System Department
Dr. Marc Antoni is due to step down as Director of the Rail System Department and as such the UIC has announced the name of his successor.
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François Davenne officially takes up role as new Director General of UIC
At the UIC's General Assembly held on 25 June 2019 in Budapest, François Davenne was officially announced as the association's new Director General, with his appointment taking effect on 1 July 2019 for a four-year mandate.
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25 years in rail: Reflecting on developments and preparing for the future
As part of Global Railway Review's 25th anniversary, Simon Fletcher, Coordinator Europe and Chief Standardisation Officer at the UIC, reflects on rail developments and looks ahead to how rail must play a vital role as we enter a new generation of public transport.
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Expert Panel: Level crossing safety
As part of our Level Crossing Safety In-Depth Focus, Global Railway Review asked our Expert Panel: Motorists who misuse level crossings are often the main cause of accidents, but how can the railway industry manage motorist behaviour to significantly reduce the risks at level crossings?
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The battle to increase safety has not yet been won
Accidents at level crossings are a global issue. Here, Isabelle Fonverne, Senior Advisor for Safety and Interoperability at the UIC, highlights that collisions between trains and heavy road vehicles result in a great number of fatalities and severe injuries. Isabelle underlines that the railway industry and other sectors must work…
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Level Crossing Safety In-Depth Focus 2019
Collisions at level crossings between trains and road vehicles is a global issue and industry safety statistics are showing that more needs to be done to reduce risk. Cooperation is important; the railway industry, human behaviour specialists and road infrastructure/safety authorities must work together to raise awareness of the dangers…
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UIC signs MoU with Latin American Railway Association ALAF
The objective of the UIC Latin America Regional Assembly can be summarised as the “creation of a professional environment that maximises the potential in available competencies, guaranteeing value for money for our members”.
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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.
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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.
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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.