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📢 Yesterday Ralf-Charley Schultze delivered a lecture at a course on intermodal rail freight at the European Training Centre for Railways (ETCR) of the College of Europe in Bruges. The panel moderated by Helena Kyster-Hansen, discussed the future of #intermodal transport and the challenges of horizontal policymaking in light of the new realities and the current political context. More than ever, #CombinedTransport continues to be the optimal solution delivering #competitiveness through: 👉#energyefficiency, ⚡ 👉#labourefficiency, 👷‍♀️ 👉#environmental climate benefits, 🌍 👉#infrastructure utilisation.⚓ 🛣 🛤 Special thanks to László Jakab (RTB), Patrick Konix (RNE-Infrabel), Henk van Dieren (Scanrail), Giacomo Potenza (ERA), and Michel Mink - van Delft (Nexrail) for their invaluable insights! Your contributions made the session truly enriching for everyone involved. #IntermodalTransport #Sustainability #Logistics #RailFreight #ETCR #environment

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great collaboration with JOSEF MEYER RAIL AG mentioned in the article below! And to more precise the "LEILA light" in this case is called "FORMICA HP" and looks like in the comment below

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4 days left until IAA Transportation 2024! 🚨 From September 17th onwards, Uwe Maier from ETAS will share his expertise on middleware in a daily talk in the Speakers' Corner. His talk, titled "In-Vehicle SDV Middleware Ecosystem", will address the key challenges in the market, how companies can become future-ready, and how ETAS solutions are designed to help overcome these hurdles. Don’t miss the session! Here’s a quick look at what you can explore at our booth: 👉 Diagnostics Solution: Cloud-based diagnostics to minimize downtime and optimize repair processes with real-time updates. 👉 Middleware for ADAS and AD: A flexible, scalable solution for handling high-speed data, ensuring functional safety, and enabling seamless vehicle feature deployment. 👉 Software Factory: An optimized environment for software development with automated testing and faster CI/CD processes to support scalable SDV platforms. Join us from September 17th to 22nd at IAA Transportation 2024 to see live demos, meet our experts, and discover how ETAS is shaping the future of commercial vehicle technology! #IAATransportation #ETAS #Diagnostics #Middleware #SoftwareFactory #FuelCells #CommercialVehicles #SustainableTransport

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Managing a fleet of over 𝟰𝟵𝟰 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, Österreichische Bundesbahnen Austria’s largest railway company, faced hurdles in spare parts management. Obsolete parts, manual processes, and scattered tools slowed decision-making. 🔍 The Problem: - 𝟭𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬+ 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 managed manually, making cost and lead-time analysis nearly impossible. - Multiple tools and processes led to inefficiency and errors. - Frequent RFQs with low order rates wasted time and strained supplier relationships. ⚡ The Solution: That's when 3D Spark came in. - Automated quoting and cost analysis increased efficiency by 10x. - Achieved 95%+ costing accuracy, enabling reliable, data-driven decisions. - Reduced procurement effort by 20%, boosting supplier relations. 💡 Key Insight: Automating manual processes and integrating data can drastically improve efficiency, save time, reduce errors, and drive sustainable savings. Link to the case study in comments👇 #3DSpark #Österreichische Bundesbahnen #Efficiency #AdditiveManufacturing #Automation #RailwayInnovation #Costing

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HHLA Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG recorded a positive rail freight traffic growth of 10.2 per cent in the first nine months of 2024 compared to the same period last year. The increase was due to “the strong rise in transport volumes in the #German-speaking regions more than offsetting the decline in traffic with #Adriatic seaports and in #Polish traffic”, the company stated. #railfreight #railfreightnews #railcargonews

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Stadler's unveiling of the new Class 99 locomotive for Beacon Rail and GB Railfreight at InnoTrans 2024 is an exciting development for the UK's rail sector. This locomotive is expected to be a significant addition to the rail network, potentially improving freight operations with its advanced features. The Class 99 is likely designed with a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and compatibility with existing infrastructure, aligning with the ongoing modernization of rail systems. The collaboration between Stadler, Beacon Rail, and GB Railfreight also underscores the strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing rail transport in the UK. This unveiling at InnoTrans 2024 will likely attract attention from industry experts and could set new standards for locomotive design and performance in the UK. . . . . . . . #rollingstock #rail #railway #freightcar #rail #railtech #railwaysystems #railwaysafety #railwaystation Škoda Group Trenitalia Stadler HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd BKM HOLDING Amtrak Renfe Alstom Thales Transport Siemens Mobility CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) Hyundai Rotem Kawasaki Rail Car Talgo CRRC Corporation Ltd. Network Rail Deutsche Bahn Russian Railways ADIF FS GROUP BNSF Railway Union Pacific Railroad CN GTM - Gulf Transportation & Mobility Norfolk Southern Canadian Pacific CSX PROCUROR #metro #tramway #supplychain #procurement #procuror

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GCU Practice Conference 2024: Navigating upcoming changes 🛤️   This year's BahnVerstand – Beratung im Schienenverkehr GCU practice conference focussed on the future of the GCU (General Contract of Use for Wagons) and the urgent need for rail transport companies to prepare for the upcoming changes. #PROSE-employee Dr. Bernhard Frei was present and reported on how #PROSE is increasingly advising rail transport companies on organisational development in connection with GCU tasks. The GCU landscape is changing and many rail transport companies are not prepared for the upcoming changes. In a recent interview, Dr. Bernhard Frei explained that while #PROSE has its roots in rolling stock engineering, it has evolved to support clients in broader areas such as ECM and SMS (Safety Management Systems), helping rail companies navigate the complex relationships between keepers, operators and organisational change. Will the sector be prepared for the changes to the GCU by 2026? Dr. Bernhard Frei is optimistic that a workable compromise will be found, but companies must prepare for the changes in good time. Find out more about how #PROSE can help your company prepare for the future 👉: https://lnkd.in/d-ec6eab #shapingtomorrowsmobility #GCU #practice #conference #changes #future #wagons #rail #transport #companies #organisational #development #rolling #stock #engineering #ECM #SMS #keepers #operators

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Insights from 2023 show that bus operators using automatic passenger counting systems (APC) reported a significant increase in passenger numbers, highlighting the transformative role of technology in accurately capturing public transport usage data. Good take on the issue, read more below. #apc #populationgrowth #publictransportboost #traveltrends #passengerincrease #ridership #transport #xovis #peoplecounting #peopleflow #publictransport #busandtrain #AFZS #traffic #publictransport #traveltrends #passengerincrease #transport Xovis

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#greenPORT 🚚 Decarbonising #truck traffic: At the beginning of June, HHLA Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG put the first two electrically powered trucks into operation at its in-house freight forwarder Container-Transport-Dienst GmbH (CTD). These environmentally friendly trucks form part of HHLA’s #sustainability strategy, which seeks to accelerate the #decarbonisation of logistics chains and provide customers with more green transport solutions. Angela Titzrath, CEO of HHLA states: “Environmentally friendly, resource-saving processes and logistics services represent a key pillar of our corporate strategy, which has been firmly established for many years. We have set ourselves the ambitious goal of achieving climate-neutral production across the Group by 2040. In this quest, we are committed to using innovative technologies in order to further reduce carbon emissions, which also benefits our customers. The launch of the new electric trucks is another decisive step for HHLA on the road to a more climate-friendly future.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/esRgSQ9P 📷 HHLA/Thies Raetzke #portofhamburg #hafenhamburg

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Did you know that most urban traffic detectors can only detect motorized traffic, while bicycle and pedestrian traffic is often not taken into consideration? 🚴‍♂️ 🚗 🚌 🚶‍♀️ Imagine a traffic system that equally accounts for the needs of all road users! Our colleagues, Mario Ilic, and Martin Margreiter, show with the latest MCube innovation recommendation what steps are needed to make urban traffic systems future-proof and fair for all road users. You can find the English version here:  https://lnkd.in/dHpWDtaD

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Let the week begin

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Impressive figures on Austrian's rail industry were investigated by VCÖ - Mobilität mit Zukunft: 👍 7.9% of total global trade in the railway industry is ‘Made in Austria’ 💪 Austria ranks 4th in the global export of rail vehicles 👏 The Austrian railway industry creates 28,000 jobs and 2.7 billion in added value An overview of the Austrian railway industry is provided in a detailed article in the current magazine. Martin Joch and Anil W. Rai, among others, were asked about the reasons for this. #railindustry #bahnindustrie #weltmarktführer #marketleader #eisenbahn #schienengüterverkehr #bahntransport #bahn #österreich

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Next month in partneship with Gardasee 🛤 Deutsche Bahn 🚝 ÖBB 🚈 we are going to test the first #presstour, connecting passengers from #Germany #Austria for an alternative #mobility project which in going to involve people to use alternative trasport system, combining train+shuttle+bike+ferryboat serivces to discover #lakegarda by bike. Less is more... ✅ Less traffic congestion = more time to spend on core activity ☑ Less carbon emission = more ecofriendy destinations ✔ Less cars = more cyclists

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“How to reclaim the future?" This intriguing question was one of many great agenda topics at the 75th anniversary celebration of the Union of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry for Transport UECC-chambers for mobility & logistics 🇪🇺💪 with the focus on #LogisticsAgenda2035 in Duisburg. The event, led by UECC President Davor Sertic, highlighted the importance of sustainable and future-ready infrastructure in Europe, with distinguished speakers such as EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (video in the comments below), Oliver Luksic, and Nathanael Liminski emphasizing the need for strong frameworks to support the EU #GreenDeal. Discussions focused on creating business cases for #GreenEnergy at competitive prices and addressing the challenges of the current “omni-crisis,” as noted by trend researcher Matthias Horx, who called for optimism to seize future opportunities. Attending this event was an inspiring opportunity to reflect on how the achievements of the past 75 years can guide us forward. Thank you to the Niederrheinische IHK Duisburg-Wesel-Kleve and the vast team behind for organizing this important celebration and sparking vital discussions on aging infrastructure, underinvestment, and the urgent need for sustainable solutions. #logisticsagenda2035 #uecc #GreenDeal #ecoro

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Automatic train control in progress

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If you have just arrived in Austria or planning on coming soon, you might be wondering you the public transport system works and what is the best way to get around. The ÖBB (Österreichische Bundesbahnen, or Austrian Federal Railways) Vorteilscard is a card that offers discounts for train travel in Austria. In this video, Simon explains how you can get yours. Check it out! #AustriaTravel #PublicTransportation #ÖBBVorteilscard #TravelTips #GettingAroundAustria

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In September 2022, ÖBB Rail Cargo Group initiated a pilot project in Germany aimed at developing a flexible solution for volatile market conditions, complementing the regular TransFER services with ... #AustrianFederalRailways(ÖBB) #Railwayfreight

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ERFA, UIRR and two national associations - DIE GÜTERBAHNEN in Germany and RailGood in The Netherlands - brought together their expertise in a Joint Paper outlined some key priorities for enabling #railfreight to meet its growth targets set for 2030 and 2050. The new five-year legislative cycle starting after the European Parliament Elections (06-09 June) will indeed be of crucial importance to make modal shift a reality. The alliance of associations identified three key priorities: 1) Intermodal and intramodal #competition: the race to the bottom must stop 2) Rail must be given priority in intermodal #investments decisions 3) New and expanded #infrastructure with a European perspective Ralf-Charley Schultze Neele Wesseln Hans-Willem Vroon Conor Feighan Dirk Stahl Maciej Gładyga

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#UK operator Freightliner Group Ltd, part of the #American Genesee & Wyoming Inc., has made a pair of locomotive purchases. They come from rival DB Cargo (UK) Limited, part of the #German Deutsche Bahn operation. The two biggest rail freight operators in the UK have agreed a deal that sees a pair of ‘class 90’ electric locomotives transfer to #Freightliner, for use on high-speed freight operations. #railfreight #railfreightnews #railcargonews

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