Martin Schmitz

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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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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The latest annual report from the German Council of Economic Experts, titled “Tackling Failures, Modernizing with Determination”, explicitly recommends the separation between the infrastructure manager, and railway operators.   The report highlights several key points, including: ➡️ Improving transparency in the use of public subsidies for rail infrastructure ➡️ Reducing inefficient prioritization, often driven by the internal interests of integrated groups, as seen in cases such as Deutsche Bahn (DB) ➡️ Reinforcing competition, which stimulates innovation, reduces costs, and improves the quality of rail services for end-users   The report of the German Council of Economic Experts demonstrates that the benefits of such a separation, far outweigh the transition costs. Structural separation would lead to an overall improvement, in quality, efficiency, and attractiveness of the rail sector, encouraging investments and welcoming new entrants into the market.   ALLRAIL fully supports this recommendation, which represents a significant step towards a fair and open rail market in Europe. This vision of healthy competition serves citizens, and businesses alike, creating a more modern, and sustainable rail network.   #RailTransport #Competition #RailInfrastructure #ALLRAIL #EconomicReport #RailInnovation

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🚄🔧 The Future of Rail Transport: Enhancing Service Facilities for Efficiency Today, we’d like to share an interesting insight we gained at the Deutsches Zentrum für Schienenverkehrsforschung (DZSF) event “Efficiency and Capacity in the Future of Rail Transport” in Dresden in May. Simon Speer from DB InfraGO reported on what robust service facilities for a strong railway system should look like and the current challenges preventing the company from providing these services as desired. Here’s what you need to know: DB InfraGO operates service facilities for train formation, transshipment, and stabling at around 1,600 operating centers across Germany. Every (!) train journey begins and ends at a service facility. Train path applications rose by 11 percent between 2020 and 2023. The demand simply exceeds the available capacity. The result: the number of track conflicts has increased exponentially by 48 percent. What applies to increasing capacity on the railways also applies to service facilities: to achieve the target, existing capacity must be improved, and new capacity must be created. Primarily, this requires capital. The necessary expansion and new construction of 145 service facilities by 2030 will require funding totaling around 3.3 billion euros. Such investment is crucial. A survey conducted by the Federal Network Agency revealed that more than half of the rail freight transport users surveyed stated that a lack of service capacity prevents them from using rail freight transport more frequently. These are aspects that many outsiders are not aware of. We are happy to share them with you, because through knowledge we can achieve improvement. The photo shows our CEO, Oliver von Sperber, explaining how to increase the capacity of service facilities through the use of sensor technology. #RailTransport #Infrastructure #RailFreight #ServiceFacilities #DZSF2024 #TransportCapacity #SensorTechnology #IoT

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📌 DB: No Concrete Plans to Cancel Long-Distance Trains 🚫 Deutsche Bahn (#DB) has addressed recent media reports by clarifying that they do not have concrete plans to cancel their long-distance train services. 💡 Key Points - DB board member Dr. Michael Peterson emphasized that the 2025 timetable, completed in April, does not include the service cuts reported by the news magazine Der #Spiegel. - Cost challenges, particularly the rise in track access charges, could influence future decisions concerning long-distance services. ⚠️ Affected Lines according to Der Spiegel’s memo - Intercity Line 61: Karlsruhe – Stuttgart – Aalen – Crailsheim – Nuremberg – Leipzig - Intercity Line 51: Gera – Weimar – Erfurt – Gotha – Kassel – Dortmund – Cologne - Intercity Line 34: Norddeich Mole – Munster – Dortmund – Siegen – Frankfurt - #ICE Services: Stralsund on the Baltic Sea These #cuts could potentially affect regional connectivity and influence passenger travel expenses and options across Germany. Source: Railway Pro #PublicTransport #DeutscheBahn #TransportPolicy _ _ _ 👍 Like if you find value, re-post ♻️, and follow for more interesting tech, and innovation insights.

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📊 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗮𝗦: 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘅 (𝗠𝗦𝗜) 📈 As cities increasingly turn to Mobility as a Service (MaaS), evaluating its true impact has become a critical challenge. To address this, Prof. Georg Hager and Tabea Flan from the Technische Universität Wien, Institute for Transportation System Planning, as part of their latests study, have developed the Maas Status Index (MSI), a cutting-edge tool that assesses the economic, social, technological, and infrastructural readiness of urban environments for MaaS. The study breaks down the MSI methodology into four clear steps: 1️⃣ Identifying relevant mobility markets 2️⃣ Defining mobility market metrics 3️⃣ Integrating macroeconomic factors 4️⃣ Deriving the MSI formula The MSI was tested in Austria, analyzing data from 2017-2022 and forecasting trends through 2028. The results demonstrate the MSI's ability to pinpoint opportunities and challenges, making it a practical and effective tool for cities worldwide looking to maximize their MaaS potential. Discover how the MSI can shape cities' mobility strategy and drive innovation: https://lnkd.in/dyJHdVCT #SmartCities #MaaS #UrbanInnovation #MobilityTrends #MSI

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Take that fast train and join the new startup programs from Deutsche Bahn! 🚆 Our friends from DB mindbox - the startup hub of Deutsche Bahn - have currently announced three new startup programs and they're looking for innovative solutions and applicants. 👉👷‍♂️ Future of railroad construction industry 2024 Together with partners of the Future of Railroad Construction Initiative (ZIB), DB mindbox is looking for exciting #ConTech solutions to support construction workers with state-of-the-art technologies, cyber security, promote sustainable & climate-friendly construction and more. Apply by July 14. 👉🧠 Human Resources 2024 Employees are a company's most important resource. DB mindbox is looking for innovative tech solutions on the areas of learning, #employee support, career development and document creation. Apply by August 04. 👉🚅 Long Distance Transport 2024  DB's long-distance transport ensures the mobility of many travellers throughout Germany and in neighboring countries. The new program is looking for digital and innovative solutions to support demand-oriented, mobile train cleaning, more transparency about #sustainability / overall life cycle assessment and increased use of sustainable materials. Apply by August 04. ✅ Benefits Fast prototyping in 100 days, €25,000 funding, live tests under real conditions, exclusive access to experts, data, markets, professional coaching & mentoring, 24/7 coworking in Berlin, possibility of follow-up cooperation with DB & partners. Hope there's something for you! All further information on the new programs, search fields etc. can be found at the profile of DB mindbox. #DBmindbox #StartupHub #DeutschBahn #Startups #Digitalization #Innovation #Application #PartnerPost

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🚀 The Benchmarking Study from Digitale Schiene Deutschland! 🚀 I'm thrilled to share that our Benchmarking Study of Approval Process, which goal is to accelerate the Introduction of Digital Innovations in practice in the German Railway Sector is moving forward! 🎉✨ Key Project Goals: ✅ Same same, but different – Explore and compare the different possibilities on how to apply the common European regulations. ✅ Incorporate Best Practices – The results of the Benchmarking will incorporate Best Practices directly into ongoing projects ✅ Sharing is Caring – Ensure that the results are clearly presented to all relevant Stakeholders and comprehensively communicate the key findings to them. Do you work for an Infrastructure Manager or National Safety Authority? Then feel welcome to join our exciting project to gain access to valuable insights and data shared among all participating countries! 🌍 – we’d love to work together and optimize processes! 🎯 We’re excited about what’s next and following updates we will share with you all. Stay tuned for more news! 🚀

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It’s been one year since the European Commission created the Expert Group on Urban Mobility (EGUM)—and we’re already hitting big milestones! 🎉 The Public Transport and Shared Mobility Subgroup, co-chaired by UITP and Région Ile de France, has delivered five key reports for the 2023-24 work programme! 📃 These reports provide critical insights on: - Prioritising public transport in urban areas - Increasing inclusiveness and addressing workforce challenges - Complementing public transport with shared mobility - Financing public transport - Social Climate Fund opportunities 🚍 With the 2025 programme in the works, we’re advancing towards more sustainable and inclusive urban mobility. Read on here: https://lnkd.in/dS4cb3Bc #PublicTransport #UrbanMobility Arthur Marsande Françoise Guaspare Isabelle Vandoorne Keji A.

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#AI has emerged as a transformative force in the #transportationIndustry, reshaping the way we move people and goods. From automatic driverless trains to smart traffic management systems, AI is driving innovation and delivering substantial benefits in terms of safety, efficiency, sustainability, and convenience. In CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) the impact of AI is vast, and it has become an essential part of our operations to promote #TrustInMotion. Read more here about CAF Digital Services and about our AI implementation 👇

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Last Friday, 7th June 2024, we also welcomed Dr. Kai Hofmann and Maximilian Selch from the German Centre for Rail Traffic Research (DZSF) at IRGET. Together with the students, they discussed the extent to which the Data Act affects data-driven services in maintenance in the rail sector (so-called predictive maintenance - PM). Many thanks to both of them for interesting insights, important questions and a lively discussion!!! #llmip #llmiplaw #llmipdresden

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Bullet Train/High-Speed Rail Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2029 https://lnkd.in/di_F8y-A #innovation #management #technology #creativity #entrepreneurship #sustainability #inspiration #insights #outbreak #impact

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📢 International Transport Forum Summit 2024 #ITFSummit2024 in Leipzig 📆 Save the date for the official open-side event on “The power of digitalisation in ensuring Financing of Green and Resilient Linear Transportation Infrastructure” to be held on 23 May 2024, 16:30 to 18:00, Hall 4 📌 In the framework of the 2024 ITF Forum, #UICrail in collaboration with the International Road Federation (IRF), the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) and ORIS Materials Intelligence, will examine in this panel session the intricate challenges confronting public authorities. It will spotlight how #digitalisation presents an innovative avenue for addressing these challenges, emphasising the crucial equilibrium required to sustainably #finance linear #infrastructure while maintaining budgetary discipline, ultimately promoting a #sustainable future for all. 💡 Bringing together representatives from public authorities, development banks, and industry experts ensures a well-rounded discussion that considers various perspectives and experiences. Real-life case studies will further enrich the dialogue, providing tangible examples of how these innovative solutions can be applied in practice. The emphasis on the pivotal role of digitalisation in financing climate-ready infrastructure underscores the urgency of addressing the climate crisis through practical and scalable solutions. By leveraging digital tools, infrastructure projects can be designed and executed in a manner that not only reduces environmental impact but also maximizes cost-efficiency and resilience. 👉 Read more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/d3-CFuyK

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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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#KnowYourShow | Today InnoTrans kicks off, the world’s largest and leading B2B show for the rail sector.   As KiwiRail navigates significant challenges and seeks a sustainable future, InnoTrans 2024 in Berlin presents a crucial opportunity for decision-makers in the rail sector.   This year’s panel discussions, including topics like “From Hype to Reality - AI in the Mobility Sector,” will provide insights into how global advancements can inform New Zealand’s rail strategy. With pressures on funding and operational viability, understanding international best practices is essential for shaping KiwiRail's future. 📅 Date: 24-27 September 2024 📍 Location: Berlin 🔗Register:  https://lnkd.in/gVp8xD9g   Which NZ companies are planning to join? Share your plans in the comments! The #GNZCC is the official representative office for InnnoTrans. Erin Daly #InnoTrans2024 #KiwiRail #RailInnovation #Sustainability #Mobility

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In hot weather, monitoring rail temperature alone is not sufficient to ensure railway safety! Make sure to explore our new "TempTrac" system. https://lnkd.in/e-6Dt52v. Network Rail, TRACCS Transit & Rail Association, Rail Live. This week, we began the process of bringing our customers on board to our new “FTS Cloud Connect” System. It provides real-time data and alerts accessible from any desktop or smartphone, no matter where you are. So what are the key features of our patented system? ✅ Rail Temp Monitoring ✅ Track Bed Temp Monitoring ✅ Ambient Temp Monitoring ✅ Rail Creep/Buckle/Kink (with direction) ✅ Key inputs-Rail size, RNT, tie & track type. ✅ Cloud - Dashboard ✅ Real-Time Data with Alerts What implications does this have for rail and transit? ✳️ The most precise and forward-looking analytics in real-time. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Peter M. Bartek, GMP, FTS Tools

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🌧️ Impact of Flooding on Railway Infrastructure in Spain 🚆 Recent severe weather in Spain has highlighted the vulnerability of railway infrastructure to flooding. The heavy rains and rising waters have caused significant damage to railway tracks, disrupting services and affecting transportation across various regions. Flooded tracks not only hinder the movement of passengers and goods but also pose safety risks and create long-term repair challenges. This crisis serves as a reminder of the need for resilient and adaptive infrastructure to cope with extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change. In response, experts are exploring solutions to fortify rail networks, including enhanced drainage systems, flood barriers, and more sustainable designs that can withstand unpredictable weather patterns. As we continue to advance in the field of smart cities and smart mobility, it’s crucial that we integrate climate resilience into the planning and design of our transportation systems. Future infrastructure must be prepared for the challenges of an unpredictable climate, ensuring both sustainability and safety for citizens. #RailwayInfrastructure #ClimateResilience #SmartMobility #Flooding #Transportation #Spain #SmartCities #Sustainability #InfrastructureInnovation

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How can we enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of public transport without sacrificing quality? 🚌🚆 💡 The public transport sector is currently facing major challenges. In our white paper, "Making public transport more efficient: 4 success factors for local transport in times of tight budgets," we offer practical solutions. From integrated transport planning to digital tools, discover how to prepare your public transport system for the future. 🆓 Download your free copy now and learn how you can reduce costs and improve services with smart measures. Click here 👇 EN: https://lnkd.in/exnyQReq DE: https://lnkd.in/eApRqwcR 🔜 In the coming weeks, we will dive deeper into each of these success factors. Stay tuned!

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