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STIMIO to supply SNCF Voyageurs with IoT connected devices
The framework contract covers the exclusive supply by STIMIO of more than 12,500 IoT devices in order to equip TER, Intercité, TGV and freight trains.
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Digitalisation
The rail industry is harnessing innovative digital solutions that can benefit the railway sector. A world in which trains are never late and rail travel is cheaper, safer and more efficient is on the horizon thanks to radical innovation and technology that has marked the next stage of rail’s digital revolution.
What are the trends and challenges in rail digitalisation and how is the industry moving forward to embrace and adopt solutions?
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UK government outlines new measures to improve transport connectivity
As part of its efforts to build back better from the pandemic and improve connectivity, the UK government has set out a range of improvements for the UK's transportation network.
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Germany’s Finnentrop interlocking to be digitalised by Siemens Mobility
As part of the country-wide programme to accelerate the implementation of Germany’s digital interlocking projects by 2021, Siemens Mobility will fully digitalise the Finnentrop interlocking in the state of North-Rhine Westphalia.
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New ETCS-compliant high-fidelity cab mock-up unveiled by Thales
Thales’ newly developed system removes the reliance on the train driver to watch track-side signals by providing the end user with continuous speed supervision and real-time information about the state of the railway ahead.
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HS2 begins search for Engineering Management System contractor
The EMS system will enable HS2 Ltd to monitor its railway assets and systems in real time from the HS2 Network Integrated Control Centre in Birmingham.
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SNCF and Deutsche Bahn sign new cooperation agreement
The agreement means that SNCF and DB will pool their knowhow on technologies and digitalisation to build the railway system of the future.
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A smarter, digital ticketing experience for LNER passengers
Rebecca Dartnall, Head of Digital Products at London North Eastern Railway (LNER), reflects on the leap that rail passengers have made in terms of technology, particularly smart ticketing, in the last year. Is now the time to take this progress further, and make smart payments an inherent part of our…
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Developing, improving and building on Avanti West Coast’s on-board connectivity services
Bob Powell, Customer Proposition Director at Avanti West Coast, works closely with the Digital Technology Team on improving connectivity and Wi-Fi on-board trains which serve the West Coast Main Line. For Global Railway Review, he details the strategies for providing a seamless connection and reliable internet service that is so…
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High-speed rail’s role in transforming travel recognised in industry report
Published by Britain's High Speed Rail Group (HSRG), the report examines the benefits, opportunities and extent of international high-speed rail, with contributions drawn from across the infrastructure industry.
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Tailoring Wi-Fi connectivity to improve the passenger experience
Laurent Bellan, Chief Information Officer at Eurostar, details the work being done to improve Wi-Fi connectivity for on-board passengers across its fleet, and the challenge of ensuring a stable and consistent connection for the entire journey for all Eurostar travellers, irrespective of their differing internet needs.
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NRC’s Australian subsidiary extends its System Integrator contract with TfNSW
Network Rail Consulting's Australian subsidiary has successfully extended its Transport for New South Wales System Integrator contract to 2024.
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Enhancing connectivity on the East Coast with LNER
Danny Gonzalez, Chief Digital and Innovation Officer at British train operating company, London North Eastern Railway (LNER), explains how they are leading the way to bring digital innovation and connectivity to UK rail.
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Deutsche Bahn tests autonomous cleaning robot at Frankfurt Central Station
Equipped with innovative cleaning technology that can help to fight against coronavirus, the autonomous robot will be tested until April 2021 and can clean up to 12,000m² per day.
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European Commission proposes new partnership to improve rail’s competitiveness
In order to support Europe's technological leadership in rail, the new partnership will work to improve the competitiveness of the industry.
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Transport Canada approves changes to rail safety rules
The changes approved by Transport Canada concern train speed, colder weather operations and further strengthening track maintenance and inspection practices.