Where technology meets the market
Posted: 18 February 2013 | | No comments yet
New developments in the European railway industry follow each other in rapid succession. The high-speed network is growing in many countries. For example, the existing connection on the conventional railway link between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp and Brussels has been pgraded to a new high-speed link and has considerably reduced the travel time. Also, new generation of rolling stock is has been introduced, or will be introduced, in the near future in Germany, France and for the Channel Tunnel Rail Link between Brussels, Paris and London.
Furthermore, the role of ERTMS will be increasingly important in railway operations – not only on high-speed lines, but also on the conventional network. In addition to the high-speed network, new TSI’s (Technical Specifications for Interoperability) for the conventional network are being introduced, or will be introduced in the next years. As a result, upgrading the railway standards in the individual countries will follow. Increasing pressure from the market to improve the performance of the current system forces the European infrastructure managers to pay more attention to increasing the RAMS criteria: Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety. These criteria are important to facilitate the growth of freight and passenger transport. Furthermore, many contracts for train opera – tion services and for infrastructure maintenance will be renewed and tender processes are changing from ‘lowest price’ into ‘the best value for money’.
Rail-Tech Europe exhibition
At Rail-Tech Europe 2013, attendees will see how these developments have influenced rail technology and the market. The 9th edition of this international exhibition will feature many demonstrations in the area of track mainten – ance, safety, railway construction, grinding and welding, etc. Parallel to the exhibition, meetings on various topics such as sustainability in the rail sector will be organised. Rail-Tech Europe is the most important international exhibition on rail technology in the Netherlands. Since its first edition in 1997, Rail-Tech Europe has become a leading meeting place for the European rail industry. It has developed itself as an inter – national networking platform where technology and the rail market meet in order to exchange knowledge and do business.
New developments in the European railway industry follow each other in rapid succession. The high-speed network is growing in many countries. For example, the existing connection on the conventional railway link between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp and Brussels has been pgraded to a new high-speed link and has considerably reduced the travel time. Also, new generation of rolling stock is has been introduced, or will be introduced, in the near future in Germany, France and for the Channel Tunnel Rail Link between Brussels, Paris and London. Furthermore, the role of ERTMS will be increasingly important in railway operations – not only on high-speed lines, but also on the conventional network. In addition to the high-speed network, new TSI’s (Technical Specifications for Interoperability) for the conventional network are being introduced, or will be introduced in the next years. As a result, upgrading the railway standards in the individual countries will follow. Increasing pressure from the market to improve the performance of the current system forces the European infrastructure managers to pay more attention to increasing the RAMS criteria: Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety. These criteria are important to facilitate the growth of freight and passenger transport. Furthermore, many contracts for train opera - tion services and for infrastructure maintenance will be renewed and tender processes are changing from ‘lowest price’ into ‘the best value for money’. Rail-Tech Europe exhibition At Rail-Tech Europe 2013, attendees will see how these developments have influenced rail technology and the market. The 9th edition of this international exhibition will feature many demonstrations in the area of track mainten - ance, safety, railway construction, grinding and welding, etc. Parallel to the exhibition, meetings on various topics such as sustainability in the rail sector will be organised. Rail-Tech Europe is the most important international exhibition on rail technology in the Netherlands. Since its first edition in 1997, Rail-Tech Europe has become a leading meeting place for the European rail industry. It has developed itself as an inter - national networking platform where technology and the rail market meet in order to exchange knowledge and do business.
New developments in the European railway industry follow each other in rapid succession. The high-speed network is growing in many countries. For example, the existing connection on the conventional railway link between Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Antwerp and Brussels has been pgraded to a new high-speed link and has considerably reduced the travel time. Also, new generation of rolling stock is has been introduced, or will be introduced, in the near future in Germany, France and for the Channel Tunnel Rail Link between Brussels, Paris and London.
Furthermore, the role of ERTMS will be increasingly important in railway operations – not only on high-speed lines, but also on the conventional network. In addition to the high-speed network, new TSI’s (Technical Specifications for Interoperability) for the conventional network are being introduced, or will be introduced in the next years. As a result, upgrading the railway standards in the individual countries will follow. Increasing pressure from the market to improve the performance of the current system forces the European infrastructure managers to pay more attention to increasing the RAMS criteria: Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety. These criteria are important to facilitate the growth of freight and passenger transport. Furthermore, many contracts for train opera – tion services and for infrastructure maintenance will be renewed and tender processes are changing from ‘lowest price’ into ‘the best value for money’.
Rail-Tech Europe exhibition
At Rail-Tech Europe 2013, attendees will see how these developments have influenced rail technology and the market. The 9th edition of this international exhibition will feature many demonstrations in the area of track mainten – ance, safety, railway construction, grinding and welding, etc. Parallel to the exhibition, meetings on various topics such as sustainability in the rail sector will be organised. Rail-Tech Europe is the most important international exhibition on rail technology in the Netherlands. Since its first edition in 1997, Rail-Tech Europe has become a leading meeting place for the European rail industry. It has developed itself as an inter – national networking platform where technology and the rail market meet in order to exchange knowledge and do business.
Rail-Tech Europe traditionally attracts many decision-makers, experts, practitioners and advisors in rail technology, providing a ‘one-stop-shop’ to see the latest developments in the rail sector and advanced rail technologies. Rail-Tech Europe 2013 is a unique opportunity to network and do business with over 6,000 rail professionals.
Who should attend?
If your company is involved in any of the following or related rail activities, you will certainly benefit from exhibiting at Rail-Tech Europe 2013: Construction of railway track and railway bridges; consulting, design and engineering; electrification and catenary systems; light-rail systems; maintenance and service equipment; passenger service systems; rail safety; related materials; products and services; rolling stock; signalling and tele – communications; software and application systems; station design and construction; switches; train interiors; and recruitment.
Rail-Tech Europe Innovation Award
Since 2003, the Rail-Tech Europe Innovation Award is a recurring part of the exhibition and it has proven to be a success for previous award winners. “Winning the award brought our new product to the attention and interest of many potential clients throughout Europe,” says Ger Biesbrouck, CEO of Rail Safety Systems (RSS). In 2011, his sustainable magnetic safety fence was chosen to be the most innovative product. All exhibitors at Rail-Tech Europe 2013 are welcome to sign-up for the Rail-Tech Europe Innovation Award.
Rail-Tech Europe and the labour market
Another important development affecting the entire railway sector is the changing labour market. The workforce of many companies is ageing and there is often insufficient inflow of young people. Also, an increasing number of independent professionals are entering the market. Their expertise and experience is highly valued in special projects, interim periods, short periods of need for extra capacity and independent advice. These changes force companies to become more flexible with regard to their own staff. This also offers young people new opportunities in this moving market.
Following these developments, a special platform for consultants and independent professionals will be created at Rail-Tech Europe 2013. Independent professionals are invited to join at a special rate.
Simultaneously with Rail-Tech Europe 2013, the third edition of the Rail Career Days is also being organised. This event has been created by the demand from the rail (construction) industry for (mainly) technical staff. The Rail Career Days is the network and career event for students, starters and (young) professionals, looking for a (new) job, trainee- or internship, or an education in the rail sector. NS (Dutch Railways) is partner of the Rail Career Square.