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ArticleGlobal Railway Review Issue 4 2024
Welcome to the winter issue of 2024! Firstly, I’d like to take a moment to thank everyone who has written for Global Railway Review this year. Without your expert insights, research and plans, the rail industry would be standing still. Next, I’d like to thank all ...
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ArticlePreparing for winter: How Network Rail tackles seasonal weather challenges
Professor Brian Haddock, subject matter expert in the National Weather Team at Network Rail, spoke to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about the challenges of preparing the rail network for extreme winter weather and how technology, lessons from past experiences and strategic planning play a vital role in ensuring operational ...
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ArticleRail Review: Gareth Dennis' new book "How The Railways Will Fix The Future"
Diccon Spain, Political Liaison Officer at Bring Back Euro Trains, reviews the latest literary release from railway engineer, speaker and writer, Gareth Dennis, entitled: ‘How The Railways Will Fix The Future: Rediscovering the Essential Brilliance of the Iron Road’.
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ArticleRationalising policy choices and their impact on railway modernisation: A perspective on the Vande Bharat project
Chitresh Shrivastva, Independent Railway Policy Analyst & Dr Abhilasha Sharma, Assistant Professor at St. Wilfred College, Jaipur discuss India's Vande Bharat project.
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ArticleHS1’s digital transformation: Embracing innovation with augmented reality
Scott Durno, Head of Technology at High Speed 1 (HS1), spoke to Global Railway Review's Halimah Haque about HS1's digital transformation, including the use of augmented reality for asset maintenance and improving safety in harsh weather conditions.
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ArticleOptimising rail fasteners for noise and vibration performance
Dr Daniel Lurcock, Principal Consulting Engineer at ISVR Consulting, explains how working alongside the ISVR (Institute of Sound & Vibration Research) academic department at the University of Southampton, they have been providing advice on noise and vibration solutions for the last 50 years.
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ArticleNext generation network management
As the mobility sector plays a major role in countries reaching their sustainability targets, one key approach to reducing CO2 emissions is shifting passenger and freight transport from road to rail. The integration of various systems in the railway industry through digitalisation is seen as crucial in this process, while ...
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ArticleThe people behind the wheel: Pascal Bertrand's story, VIAVI Solutions
In the latest instalment of ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Pascal Bertrand, Product Line Director, Mission Critical and Railway at VIAVI, discusses his role in driving innovation in railway communications technology and the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the industry.
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ArticleOil is finite, but data isn’t
At this year’s Rail Infrastructure Asset Management Summit, held by Metis Conferences, we caught up with Account Director North Europe at KONUX, Tim Flower. He discussed the role of data in 2024, how companies can harness such data, the evolving workforce due to digitalisation, and the future of the rail ...
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ArticleA game changer for rail freight: How DAC is shaping Rail Logistics Europe’s future
Jerome Ebrardt, Projects and Innovation Manager, Strategy & Development Direction at Rail Logistics Europe, spoke to Global Railway Review’s Halimah Haque about the transformative potential of Digital Automated Coupling (DAC) and its role in advancing innovation, efficiency and safety in the rail freight sector, while also addressing any reservations.
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ArticleVecow Unveils Next-Gen Edge AI Server Platforms to Accelerate AI Development across Diverse Applications
The Vecow Edge AI Servers deliver cutting-edge performance with diverse CPUs, GPU acceleration, and 2U rackmount designs to empower business in the rapidly growing Edge AI in diverse IoT applications.
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ArticleThe people behind the wheel: Daniel Beutler’s story, Transreport
In the latest instalment of ‘The people behind the wheel’ series, Daniel Beutler, Chairman of Transreport, spoke to Global Railway Review’s Halimah Haque about his career journey, his passion for inclusive transportation and the role innovation plays in shaping the future of the rail industry.
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ArticleForging the Future of Mobility: The Role of Edge AI Computer in Intelligent Transportation
How to digitise railway operations today with rugged edge AI computers.
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ArticleLessons learnt from Luxembourg's fare-free transport system
Luxembourg’s Ministry of Mobility and Public Works provides invaluable insight into ground-breaking fare-free initiatives and cutting-edge innovations being utilised across the country, offering a glimpse into the transformative potential of public transportation and its evolving landscape.
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ArticleExpert View: The new age of Artificial Intelligence
Dr Joe Preece is a Research Fellow at the Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education (BCRRE) – Europe's largest rail research centre.
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ArticleEditor's Review: InnoTrans 2024
This year saw the fourteenth return of one of the biggest rail exhibitions and conferences in the world, and the Global Railway Review team were there to make the most of it. Below we summarise our key takeaways, highlighting insightful discussions, innovative technologies and invaluable networking opportunities from the event. ...
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ArticlePreparing your railway workforce for technological advances
Indiana Lee, Business Journalist, discusses the challenges and strategies for integrating advanced technologies into the rail industry while addressing workforce resistance and the need for ongoing education and cultural shifts.
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ArticleSmart infrastructure and connectivity in American public transportation
Jon Nouchi, Deputy Director of the City and County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services, and Dottie Watkins, CEO of CapMetro, discuss how smart infrastructure is revolutionising public transportation across the U.S.
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ArticleThe people behind the wheel: Jorge Maroto’s story, Metro de Sevilla
In the latest instalment of Global Railway Review's 'The people behind the wheel' series, Jorge Maroto, Managing Director of Metro de Sevilla, discusses his leadership role, the challenges of modernising urban transport, and his commitment to sustainability and innovation in shaping the future of rail.
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ArticleThe tram: A vital link in any integrated transport network
Alistair Gordon, CEO of Keolis UK, stresses the vital role of integrating tram systems within broader transport networks to accommodate urban growth and improve connectivity in densely populated cities.