More highlights than ever before from the global rail industry at InnoTrans 2018
The list of rolling stock, innovations and products making their international debut at InnoTrans 2018 is impressive.
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Rail Safety News
Iskratel deploys IoT-based incident-response management solution
Iskratel’s IoT solution has been deployed for Slovenian Railways and has already prevented four potential rail incidents.
RailVision reveals new sensor technology at InnoTrans 2018
RailVision will reveal its solution suite to the public for the first time at this year´s InnoTrans in Berlin from 18-21 September 2018.
The risks of working alongside the third rail are tackled
The concept that bare, live conductors of 750 volts run through places of work at ground level is hard to comprehend, however these are the dangers facing depot operatives at third rail depots.
Greater Anglia employs Land Sheriffs to improve safety for rail passengers
Land Sheriffs are extra hands to assist with general travel and customer enquires but also help in preventing crime and responding to emergencies.
‘Meerkat’ enhanced warning device to reduce risk at level crossings
To reduce the number of accidents that occur at Britain’s level crossings, Network Rail has agreed to a new type of warning technology.
Transport Secretary announces preferred candidate for ORR Chair
The selected individual carries extensive experience in the transport industry and will be initially appointed as a non-executive board member at ORR.
Transport for London in five-year Elizabeth line deal with OnTrac Ltd
OnTrac Ltd will provide TfL their rail safety products to enable greater efficiency in planning and delivering work on the Elizabeth line.
More freight will soon be transported along Felixstowe branch line
Public safety will be greatly improved, and 10 additional freight trains will be able to operate, with Network Rail’s new bridge approved.
Government ministers and rail officials discuss Australia’s rail safety issues
To ensure safety levels remain a priority in the Australian rail network, government officials and industry leaders discuss new potential initiatives.
Railway Association of Canada reveals 2018 Safety Award winners
Creative, new and effective initiatives to enhance safety across the Canadian rail network have been awarded by the Railway Association of Canada.
To improve rail safety, Government of Canada invests $20.7 million
The Canadian rail system includes over 40,000km of track and to ensure it operates safely, the government supports many improvement projects.
Network Rail uses drones to improve safety on south western rail network
Evidence of illegal trespassing and unsafe infrastructure will be captured by the drones and the information sent to the relevant authorities for action.
Post-traumatic stress disorder represents a real risk for rail staff
RSSB aims to boost awareness of the symptoms and risks of PTSD among rail staff who witness incidents or who are victims of abuse.
The extent of overcrowding on London trains has been revealed
Lobby group states commuters are being packed into trains “like sardines”, with London labelled as one of the worst offenders in England and Wales.
