All Traffic management & control centres articles – Page 6
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OpinionReal-time Connected Driver Advisory Systems to enhance European railway operations
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.
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NewsUK rail industry launches real-time disruption maps for passengers
UK rail passengers can now access real-time disruption maps, giving instant updates to navigate delays and plan journeys with confidence.
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NewsSafety improvements and new tools aim to reduce railway accidents and protect passengers and staff
The ORR and Network Rail are introducing evidence-based safety tools and training, while industry partners work to improve risk management and protect passengers and track workers.
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NewsAlstom proposes five measures to improve Sweden’s railway system for better efficiency and innovation
Alstom highlights five key proposals to enhance Sweden’s railways, focusing on punctuality, capacity, skills development, modernisation, and technological innovation for a sustainable transport future.
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OpinionRail communication testing for FRMCS: a light at the end of the tunnel
Massimiliano Beccuti, Product Line Director for Railway at VIAVI, discusses FP-MORANE-2, the pilot programme for rail’s much needed switch to FRMCS.
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ArticleGlobal Railway Review Autumn/ Winter Issue 2025
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.
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NewsAlstom-led consortium bids for Dublin MetroLink
The consortium will design, build, finance and operate Dublin’s fully automated MetroLink, improving connectivity, reducing congestion and supporting sustainable transport across the Greater Dublin Area.
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First of a Kind winners launch 26 innovative railway projects to improve safety and passenger experience
Government-backed projects will use AI and new technologies to enhance platform safety, reduce delays, and boost passenger experience across the UK rail network.
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The effects of extreme weather on UK rail to be researched
A new partnership between the Met Office and Network Rail will speed up weather research, helping prevent delays, enhance safety, and maintain reliable services for passengers and freight.
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NewsAlstom to supply driverless trains and CBTC signalling for Mumbai Metro Line 4 project
Alstom will build 39 driverless Metropolis trainsets in India and deliver CBTC signalling with maintenance services for Mumbai Metro Line 4.
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Amtrak begins major rail yard modernisations in Boston, New York, and Washington to support new trains
Amtrak launches upgrades to key Northeast Corridor yards, enhancing maintenance, reliability, and efficiency for its upcoming Airo and NextGen Acela trains by 2030.
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Alstom opens first signalling competence centre in CIS to boost Kazakhstan’s railway safety and efficiency
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.
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NewsVINCI construction and Colas win €100m contract for Alameda–Melipilla railway expansion in Chile
VINCI subsidiary ETF and Colas Rail will build a 21.5 km section of the Alameda–Melipilla line, improving connectivity and reducing journey times.
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NewsAlstom to deliver electrification and ERTMS upgrades on historic Bucharest–Giurgiu railway line
Alstom and Arcada will modernise 93 kilometres of Romania’s oldest railway, boosting speed, efficiency, and cross-border connectivity with Bulgaria via the Friendship Bridge.
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ArticleBattery technology gains ground in the race to decarbonise rail
Railway batteries are transforming transport by reducing diesel use, supporting hybrid and electric trains, and enabling cost-effective electrification across global rail networks.
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NewsORR urges government to clarify rail infrastructure investment strategy amid concerns over private sector uncertainty
The Office of Rail and Road calls for clearer rail upgrade policies to attract private investors and improve infrastructure delivery across the UK.
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NewsDB Cargo UK begins fitting ETCS to Class 66 locomotives at Toton depot this week
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.
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NewsRail Baltica signs €38 million contract for Poland to Kaunas high-speed railway connection
Rail Baltica advances with design contract for electrified double-track line, improving passenger and freight links between Poland and Kaunas.
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ST Engineering secures contracts to enhance rail electronics for Thomson-East coast line extension
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.
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Alstom to supply new automated metros and upgrade Lyon line D with advanced signalling
Alstom will deliver 26 automated MPL25 metro trains and modernise Lyon’s line D with Urbalis signalling, improving passenger experience, energy efficiency, and network reliability.