Codename Swift: tailormade light logistics train takes to the rails
The changing face of rail operations in the UK has taken another step forward. An example of the former high-density commuter passenger electric multiple unit…
What are the alternatives to an addiction to diesel traction?
It will prove difficult for rail freight to turn its back on the motive power that has been synonymous with industry for over a century.…
The Netherlands at the forefront in reducing noise pollution
The Netherlands is at the forefront in reducing noise pollution caused by rail freight traffic. This is because it is a densely populated country where…
Intelligent Rail Summit 2017 starts today – watch the live webinar
The Intelligent Rail Summit in Vienna has started today – and you can follow it all online. This year’s new webinar feature makes it easy…
Setting the safety standard for ATO in heavy rail operations
Ensuring a sufficient degree of safety is one of the key challenges for Automatic Train Operation (ATO). Whilst ATO applications already exist in metro systems,…