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FCH2Rail hydrogen train completes successful tests on Portuguese tracks

The tests, part of a wider campaign to be launched on the Spanish rail network in May 2023, have demonstrated the train's potential as an environmentally friendly alternative to diesel.

Marketa Horpeniakova April 18, 2024 · 2 min read

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No craneable semitrailer? No problem – with R2L connector

R2L offers a solution of more semitrailers on rail, addressing CO2 emissions reduction and the ongoing truck driver shortage.

Lubomir Cech April 18, 2024 · 2 min read

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Unlocking the future of railway infrastructure: VUZ leads the way

In the rapidly evolving world of railway infrastructure, VUZ stands at the forefront, pushing the boundaries of interoperability and safety assessments.

Lubomir Cech April 16, 2024 · 2 min read

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NREL partners with Parallel Systems on battery-electric trains

Using NREL's ALTRIOS software, the partnership aims to optimize these vehicles to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

Marketa Horpeniakova April 10, 2024 · 2 min read

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Seven KISSes for Bulgaria: Stadler will deliver double deck trains

This acquisition is part of the efforts to utilize funds from the Recovery and Sustainability Plan.

Lubomir Cech April 9, 2024 · 1 min read

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Partium: Revolutionizing Train Maintenance with AI

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought transformative changes in numerous industries, and the field of train maintenance is no exception. The railway industry has increasingly adopted AI-powered solutions to enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability in maintaining trains.

Karel Novak April 6, 2024 · 4 min read

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Next stop, the Moon: Northrop Grumman to develop lunar transportation concept

Leveraging advanced robotics and expertise in systems integration and autonomous services, Northrop Grumman aims to pioneer the infrastructure needed for future lunar exploration and commercialization.

Marketa Horpeniakova April 3, 2024 · 2 min read

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DB Cargo's DAC system enters the customer phase

The introduction of the system into customer use is a decisive step towards modernizing European rail freight and creating greener, more efficient supply chains.

Marketa Horpeniakova April 3, 2024 · 2 min read

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Lineas introduces FAME: A locomotive with up to 84% lower emissions

This innovation comes as part of Lineas's broader initiative to decrease CO2 emissions within the transport sector.

Lubomir Cech April 2, 2024 · 2 min read

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FS starts cooperation with European Space Agency

A non-binding agreement was signed in Rome at the end of March 2024, highlighting a shared interest in the development of new services enhanced by space-based technologies and data.

Lubomir Cech March 28, 2024 · 2 min read

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Fret SNCF and EQUIOM: Trial run of freight train powered by HVO

Companies aim at greening the aggregates supply chain.

Lubomir Cech March 27, 2024 · 1 min read

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MagRail booster technology to increase the capacity of India's ports and railways

Nevomo has partnered with Umeandus Technologies to implement a solution to boost the capacity and efficiency of India's ports, railways, and freight facilities.

Marketa Horpeniakova March 27, 2024 · 2 min read

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New Guinness World Records title: hydrogen-powered train FLIRT H2

Stadler's FLIRT H2 has been entered into the Guinness World Records database for the longest distance of 2.803 kilometres travelled by a pilot hydrogen fuel cell electric multiple unit passenger train without refuelling or recharging.

Karel Novak March 26, 2024 · 2 min read

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SBB successfully conducted tests of Automatic Train Operation

This technology, developed by Alstom, enables the control of trains from a remote location.

Lubomir Cech March 22, 2024 · 3 min read

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PJM and TRANSWAGGON: the end of manual inspection of wagons

This initiative aims to save operational time and increase safety.

Lubomir Cech March 21, 2024 · 2 min read

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Railcare trials new electric rail maintenance vehicle

The MPV2, designed to be powered and recharged from the catenary system, aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of railway maintenance.

Marketa Horpeniakova March 21, 2024 · 2 min read

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Container, d.o.o. Slovenia introduced new intermodal way of transporting cars by rail

The solution was developed in cooperation with SSC Railtec.

Lubomir Cech March 19, 2024 · 1 min read

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Oliver Wyman report highlights MagRail as key to Europe's green transport future

Promising speeds of up to 550 km/h on existing infrastructure, MagRail could dramatically improve the efficiency, capacity, and sustainability of long-distance rail travel.

Marketa Horpeniakova March 15, 2024 · 3 min read

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GATX Rail Europe telematics package now a standard feature of lease contracts

This initiative is aimed at integrating advanced digital solutions into GATX Rail Europe services, focusing on improving the operational capabilities of their customers.

Lubomir Cech March 13, 2024 · 2 min read

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Aurizon to develop “battery wagon” to start the decarbonization efforts

This initiative is part of an $18.8 million project titled ‘Battery Powered Tender for Heavy Haul Fleet Decarbonisation’.

Lubomir Cech March 11, 2024 · 2 min read