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Advances to rail signalling and train control systems are set to make international rail transport more competitive and attractive. Read our content that follows the various strategies being implemented and what the benefits are of new digital signalling, control and communications solutions for the railway industry.
As commercial rail celebrates its bicentenary, VIAVI Solution’s Product Line Manager, Railway, Massimiliano Beccuti, examines the evolution of communication networks, crucial in enabling trains to travel at up to 250 mph and beyond – safely.
Govia Thameslink Railway and Siemens Mobility have upgraded all Class 717 trains to ETCS version 3.6.0, improving reliability, safety, and capacity on the Northern City Line.
London Waterloo passengers face festive disruption as the station shuts for two days while Network Rail carries out vital upgrade works.
LNER has introduced a WhatsApp Channel to keep passengers informed with service updates, travel advice and disruption alerts.
Pablo Ciáurriz and Unai Diez de Ulzurrun at Ceit – Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), share how advancing C-DAS technology, connecting it with traffic management systems and using standardised protocols can enhance interoperability and prepare rail networks for future automation.
UK rail passengers can now access real-time disruption maps, giving instant updates to navigate delays and plan journeys with confidence.
Massimiliano Beccuti, Product Line Director for Railway at VIAVI, discusses FP-MORANE-2, the pilot programme for rail’s much needed switch to FRMCS.
Welcome to 2025’s Autumn/ Winter issue of Global Railway Review! The dynamism of our sector has never been more apparent, driven by technological leaps, evolving societal demands, and an urgent global imperative for sustainable solutions.
The Astana centre will develop advanced signalling solutions, train local engineers, and support Kazakhstan’s rail modernisation while linking with Alstom’s global innovation network.
DB Cargo UK has started installing ETCS digital signalling on nine Class 66 freight locomotives to boost capacity and safety on the East Coast Main Line.
ST Engineering will upgrade communications, security, and platform screen doors on Singapore’s Thomson-East Coast Line Extension, improving safety and connectivity between Changi Airport and the city centre.
The Northern City Line is now the UK’s first commuter route fully controlled by in-cab digital signalling.
Ageing legacy systems must evolve to meet the growing demands of digitalisation, requiring a transformative approach to railway signalling. Mirko Blazic, EULYNX Technical Lead, explains further.
FlixTrain announces €2.4 billion investment in new trains to expand affordable, sustainable high-speed rail across Germany and Europe.
VLI Logística teams up with Globalsat and Viasat to enhance railway safety and efficiency through real-time communications.
