Parallel Systems has embarked on phase two of self-propelled platform wagon tests in America, and this move provides new opportunities of container shipment from Savannah Port into USA.

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Parallel Systems launches second phase of trials in the USA
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Parallel Systems and the development of trials

Engineers in the initial phase experimented on radio communication and protection systems. Driverless wagons ran by dispatcher instructions and slow running in hazardous sections. These experiments were done on a small 3.2-kilometer circuit.

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The new corridor stretches to 50 kilometers and comprises 43 road-rail crossings. When being tried out, authorities regulate car traffic flow, and the system provides warning commands and proper location detection.

Parallel Systems also intends to link wagons to platoons. This will lower costs and make transports more efficient. A total even number of seven testing stages is planned under the supervision of the Federal Railroad Administration.

Parallel Systems and outlook of market

It anticipates that its commercial operation will commence in 2026. National Renewable Energy Laboratory also contributes to its favor by utilizing ALTRIOS system to improve logistics and shipment streams.

Alongside Union Pacific, it is embedding its technology into a PTC radio-based train control system. This allows for compatibility with currently installed-in-rail infrastructure and accelerates implementation.

Hitherto, 300 platform wagons have been ordered by customers. This is such demand that validates strong market confidence, as shippers look for faster and environmentally friendly transport solutions.

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What is Parallel Systems and what does it do?

Parallel Systems is an American firm that is designing independent electric freight platform wagons to refurbish and make more efficient rail transport.

When will Parallel System’s commercial business start?

It will commence commercial operation of its autonomously powered platform wagons in 2026.

Can you use Parallel Systems technology with currently installed infrastructure?

Indeed, it is also compatible with the U.S. rail network as it is accommodative of the PTC radio-based train control system.

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