All Fleet strategy & procurement articles – Page 10
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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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NewsPorterbrook closes £250 million private placement, strengthening rail sector investment
Porterbrook has successfully closed a £250 million private funding deal, expanding its investor base and securing financing for sustainable rail projects across the UK.
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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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NewsSMRT partners with CRRC Sifang to enhance train maintenance and commuter experience
SMRT has partnered with CRRC Sifang to trial advanced monitoring and eco-friendly upgrades on its C151B trains, aiming to enhance maintenance, reliability and commuter comfort on Singapore's rail network.
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NewsMetro Ligero Oeste partners with Alstom for overhaul of Madrid tram fleet
Alstom and Metro Ligero Oeste will begin an overhaul of key tram systems in January 2025, with work continuing through 2029 to enhance safety and service reliability for Madrid commuters.
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NewsPJ Motion completes first year, expanding expertise in rail authorisation
PJ Motion, a key player in rail vehicle authorisation, has successfully completed its first year, expanding its team and expertise to meet growing demand for complex approval processes and retrofitting projects.
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WhitepaperRugged Edge AI Computing Platforms
ADLINK unveils rugged edge AI innovation. Discover the latest line up of industry-standard CompactPCI, CompactPCI Serial, VPX, and PC104 rugged computing solutions.
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NewsKawasaki Rail Car celebrates milestone of 5,000 railcars in U.S. market
Kawasaki Rail Car celebrated the production of its 5,000th railcar in the U.S., highlighting its four decades of contributions to New York's economy and public transit systems.
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NewsRailway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 set for November in Essen, Germany
RedCabin’s Railway Interior Innovation Summit Europe 2024 will bring together key industry leaders in Essen, Germany, to discuss the future of train interiors, sustainability and passenger experience.
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NewsMumbai Metro Aqua Line launches with Alstom's driverless trains
The first phase of Mumbai Metro's Aqua Line, featuring 100% made-in-India driverless trains and automation technologies supplied by Alstom, is set to transform urban mobility.
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NewsConsilium Safety Group to acquire Italian fire safety specialist ISE
Consilium's acquisition of ISE enhances fire safety solutions for the rolling stock industry, improving protection for passengers, crews and assets.
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WhitepaperSolution Brief: ADLINK PC104 Solution for Safeguarding Rails
Discover how ADLINK’s PC104 computing solutions helped a leading rail system integrator successfully develop one of the industry’s first real-time streaming event recording system.
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NewsGlobal rail supply market sees steady growth amid geopolitical challenges
The World Rail Market Study reports a 2.7% annual growth in the global rail supply market from 2021 to 2023, driven by strong investments and rising demand for sustainable transport.
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NewsLiebherr wins new HVAC maintenance contract for Toronto subway
As part of the new contract, Liebherr will maintain HVAC systems on Toronto Rocket subway trains, expanding its existing maintenance services for the Toronto Transit Commission.
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NewsHitachi delivers 300th train, marking a milestone in UK rail transformation
Hitachi Rail marked a major milestone in UK rail transformation with the delivery of its 300th train, highlighting 15 years of innovation, reliability and industry partnerships.
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NewsBritish Ambassador visits Cairo Monorail construction site
British Ambassador Gareth Bayley OBE toured the Cairo Monorail site, testing Alstom’s British-built trains and highlighting the strong UK-Egypt trade and sustainability partnership.
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VideoAI-Enabled Video Analytics Platform for Smart Railway Operations
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NewsMadrid's Governing Council approves tender for new Metro train certification
The Governing Council of Madrid has approved a €6.7 million contract for the certification and support of 40 new Metro trains, which will be operational on lines 6 and 8 within three years.
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NewsArriva's Grand Central seeks to extend track access rights until 2038
Grand Central is seeking to extend its track access rights until 2038, aiming to secure services and invest in new Bi-Mode trains to enhance capacity, modernise its fleet and reduce environmental impact.
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ArticleIn-Depth Focus: Noise & Vibration
This In-Depth Focus looks at the crucial impact of modern research and understanding on solving the struggle of reducing rail noise and vibration. From the impact of vibrations on infrastructure to the health and safety aspect of rail noise, could this research be key to reducing these negative side-effects ...