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The SBB digital traffic control system is due for tender from 2027 and phased rollout in the early 2030s, replacing Iltis.

30.07.2026

SBB Plans Digital Traffic Control System to Replace Iltis

Red San Diego MTS trolley running on street-level tracks beneath overhead wires.

30.07.2026

San Diego MTS Digitizes Track and Signal Maintenance

RailPulse GPS data standard will govern demurrage and storage disputes from Oct. 1 using certified railcar telemetry records.

30.07.2026

RailPulse GPS Data Standard for Disputes Starts Oct. 1

Hitachi Rail Railways

14.10.2024

MaaS Solution for UAE Railways by Hitachi Rail Enhances Transportation

Hitachi to Deliver MaaS Solution for UAE Railways. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
SafeRail Testing

14.10.2024

SafeRail Testing Begins to Improve Railroad Safety and Speed

LILEE Systems Begins Testing the SafeRail System. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Rail Baltica station improvements

09.10.2024

Innovative Ideas for Passenger Experience on Rail Baltica

Rail Baltica, the largest infrastructure project in the Baltic region, is set to transform mobility across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

08.10.2024

Thameslink Audio Guide: Confidence and Ease for Visually Impaired Passengers

The audio guide launched by Thameslink helps visually impaired passengers navigate trains more confidently, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
railway digitalization

05.10.2024

Railway Digitalization in Azerbaijan Boosts Efficiency and Safety

Railway digitalization in Azerbaijan marks a significant step towards enhancing the nation’s infrastructure, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
driverless heavy freight train in China

02.10.2024

Driverless Heavy Freight Train in China: Advancing Freight Transport

Innovations in Driverless Heavy Freight Train Technology in China In late September 2024, China conducted successful tests of its driverless heavy freight train, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
digital technologies in Copenhagen Metro

01.10.2024

Hitachi Rail Implements Digital Technologies in Copenhagen Metro

Implementation of Digital Technologies in Copenhagen Metro Digital technologies in Copenhagen Metro are at the forefront of the city’s transportation upgrade, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Automatic train inspection system in Turkey

30.09.2024

Turkey Launches Automatic Train Inspection Station for Rail Safety

Turkey is launching an automatic train inspection station to improve railway safety and reduce risks. This innovative automatic train inspection system will identify cracks, brake malfunctions, and other issues before they cause serious breakdowns.
Smart Depot digital ecosystem InnoTrans 2024

30.09.2024

Smart Depot Digital Ecosystem by Skoda Group Unveiled at InnoTrans 2024

Skoda Group Introduces Smart Depot Digital Ecosystem at InnoTrans 2024 The Smart Depot digital ecosystem by Skoda Group took center stage at InnoTrans 2024, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
Stadler Innovations in Railway Automation Presentation

28.09.2024

Stadler Railway Automation and Unmanned Control Innovations at InnoTrans 2024

Stadler Innovations in Railway Automation at InnoTrans 2024 At InnoTrans 2024, Stadler unveiled its remarkable innovations in railway automation, representing a significant leap forward in modern transport solutions.
DB’s 360° MSP Platform Enhances Railway Digitalization

27.09.2024

DB Presents 360° MSP Multisensor Platform for Railway Digitalization at InnoTrans 2024

At InnoTrans 2024, German Railways presented the innovative 360° MSP multisensor platform, developed by the DB E. C.

27.09.2024

Hitachi Rail Unveils AI-Driven HMAX Software for Rail Monitoring

Hitachi Rail has introduced a suite of AI-based digital products, including the new Hyper Mobility Asset Expert (HMAX) software, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.