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LocoTech-Signal opens new research laboratory in Moscow
The new research site will focus on testing the interlocking logic software and station configurations developed by LocoTech-Signal on the core operating system of ECM’s HMR9.
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Signalling, Control & Communications
Advances to rail signalling and train control systems are set to make international rail transport more competitive and attractive. But implementing strategies and understanding the benefits of new digital solutions must be addressed before improvements can be realised.
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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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GB Railfreight supporting work on Network Rail’s East Coast Upgrade programme
GB Railfreight will run over 100 trains from Doncaster and Whitemoor to King's Cross over the course of February to May 2021, representing the largest possession site that GBRf will have contributed to at any one time.
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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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Interlocking system from Alstom now in service on 328km of Turkish rail line
The interlocking system on TCDD's Eskisehir-Kutahya-Balikesir line was completed and put into service by Alstom on 5 February 2021.
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On track to the future: Intel & ADLINK facilitate railway digitalisation
This video introduces how railway digitalisation improves operational efficiency and safety, and ADLINK and Intel’s role in this transformation.
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Using electrification and technology to support rail decarbonisation
How can rail innovators contribute to carbon reduction? The industry response to this has been to set up the cross-industry rail decarbonisation taskforce, but what can innovators like Viper Innovations do to pitch-in?
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Shift2Rail’s 4SECURail initiative achieves mid-term cyber-security and signalling objectives
4SECURail has successfully designed a Computer Security Incident Response Team for rail cyber-security and a Formal Methods Demonstrator for improved railway signalling systems.
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Global Railway Review Issue 1 2021
In this issue, we feature articles from leading industry experts on a vast range of topics including: Restoring the critical role of passenger rail in Canada; details of rail improvements for Metrolinx; the opportunities ahead for U.S. rail freight; and HS1’s sustainability strategy.
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Incorporating digitalisation and AI into railway operations
This eBook introduces how digitalisation and AI transforms the rail industry, and how ADLINK and Intel work together to accelerate that transformation.
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Six cyber risk mitigation strategies for software obsolescence in railways
Serge Van Themsche, Vice President of Strategic Partnership at Cylus, shares his six recommendations for the railway industry to avoid software obsolescence pitfalls.
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Alstom wins signalling and telecommunication contract for India’s RRTS Corridor
Alstom will design, supply and install the signalling, train control and telecommunication system for the new semi-high-speed rail line.
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Newly refurbished Class 387 fleet launched by Heathrow Express
Up-cycled from a fleet previously owned by GWR, the new Heathrow Express trains feature the most up to date train and passenger technology.
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Viper Innovations’ CableGuardian product overview
Watch Viper Innovations’ video to find out about CableGuardian, an award-winning, advanced cable monitoring system, offering proactive monitoring, detection and location of faults on live power networks.