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🌍 UIC’s 105th General Assembly: Shaping the Future of Rail 🌍 The 105th UIC General Assembly convened today in Paris, bringing together global railway leaders to address the future of the rail sector. Discussions highlighted innovation, sustainability, regional development, and standardisation as essential pillars for progress in a rapidly evolving world. 👉 Key topics included the transformative potential of the African Integrated High-Speed Rail Network (AIHSRN), presented by H.E. Dr. Amani Abou-Zeid أماني أبوزيد, and advancements in the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) and the Open Sales and Distribution Model (OSDM), both poised to enhance connectivity and passenger experiences globally. 👉 Sustainability was central to the agenda, with significant milestones such as the introduction of NDC templates for rail and the progress on Article 6 of the Paris Agreement. These efforts aim to position rail as a leading solution in achieving global climate goals. The upcoming COP30 in Brazil is expected to further strengthen partnerships and advance sustainable transport initiatives. 👉 Regional and interregional cooperation featured prominently, with inspiring projects from Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and other regions demonstrating the impact of local innovation on global rail advancements. Interregional collaboration emerged as a powerful tool for addressing shared challenges and amplifying the benefits of innovation across borders. 👉 The Standardisation Strategy 2030 remains a key focus, modernising technical documentation and enhancing interoperability to ensure seamless global rail operations. This strategy underscores the importance of creating a unified framework for efficiency, safety, and innovation in the rail sector. 👉 Looking forward, preparations for the 12th UIC World Congress on High-Speed Rail in Beijing, July 2025, are well underway. The congress will provide a platform for exchanging ideas, showcasing progress, and exploring solutions for modern transport challenges. “Our regions inspire our global vision, and the congress in Beijing will celebrate rail’s ability to connect people, economies, and ideas,” François DAVENNE concluded. Reflecting on the assembly, Dr. Alan Beroud, UIC Chair, remarked, “Together, the rail community is shaping a resilient, inclusive, and visionary sector, ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.” The 105th General Assembly has reaffirmed the shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, solidifying rail’s role as a cornerstone of global mobility. More information on the press release: https://lnkd.in/es2jYaFq #UICrail #RailTransport #Innovation #Sustainability #Standardisation #GlobalCooperation

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📌 SNCF's Oxgène Fleet Launch Delayed to 2027 ⏳ Deployment of French National Railways' (#SNCF) new Oxgène inter-city trains has been postponed to early 2027. Problems associated with the brake system and traction engines were detected, requiring prolonged testing and adjustments. 💡 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 - Brake system wear and traction motor issues identified by #CAF during tests at #Velim, Czech Republic. - First reliability #testing train expected by late 2024, with approval trials set for early 2026 and full service anticipated by Q1 2027. - Originally slated for earlier deployment, the first train is now expected by end of this year, with approval trials set for early 2026. - Each 10-car train consists of 420 seats, Wi-Fi, power outlets, USB ports, enhancing passenger comfort and accessibility. 💰 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 - Total investment of €700m by the #French government, which also funds infrastructure upgrades at over €3bn for related rail lines. - Additional €100m has been allocated for new fleet maintenance facility. Delay impacts SNCF’s service enhancement plans, but promises a significantly improved passenger experience once launched. #RailIndustry #PublicTransport #France #CAF #RailTransport #InfrastructureInvestment Source: railjournal.com _ _ _ 👍 Like if you find value, re-post ♻️, and follow for more interesting tech, and innovation insights.

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🚄 Unlock the future of rail transport: Join the superconductivity for railway applications workshop organised by #UICrail and SNCF Réseau! 🚄 📅 When: December 11-12, 2024 📍 Where: UIC Headquarters, Paris, France 👉 Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/ePtvGEz3   Why is this workshop essential for the rail industry? 👉 Superconductivity is set to transform rail transport, offering solutions like enhanced energy efficiency and compact infrastructure. 👉 From Europe’s pioneering use of superconducting cables to Asia’s bold investments in advanced rail vehicles, this technology is redefining possibilities.   What makes superconductivity critical for railways? 👉 It reduces energy loss, increases performance, and opens new opportunities for system modernization. 👉 Projects like France’s SuperRail exemplify its potential to revolutionize the sector.   Who will be there? Global railway professionals, infrastructure managers, researchers, policymakers, and journalists will gather to share expertise and insights.   What can participants gain? 👉 Exclusive presentations on three world-first superconducting railway projects 👉 Valuable connections with experts shaping the industry 👉 A front-row seat to the future of rail innovation   Be part of this pivotal moment for rail technology. Reserve your place now! 🚀

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This looks like a useful webinar: ‘Railway and AI Together for Efficient and Smart Mobility’ 👇 #Productivity #efficiency #smart #mobility #railways #webinar

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I've had an interesting few days in Paris. It started with meetings of UIC - International union of railways #UICrail International Rail Research Board hosted by Artur Fojud. And it moved on to an event at Université Paris-Saclay Institute for Sustainable and Digitized Railway Infrastructure hosted by Pierre-Etienne Gautier and Pierre Jehel. It was a pleasure to meet fellow speakers Barbara Grau, Mathieu Arquier and Marion Berbineau. A common theme was around collaboration between academia and industry on rail research and education - learning lessons from experience within countries, from bilateral international collaborations, from coordination at a European level, from coordination through orher regional competency hubs and even at a global level. There are obviously local differences in emphasis but the challenges/opportunities are more similar than different and we will achieve more by collaborating more. I think the main obstacles are awareness and time rather than willingness or money so it would be wonderful to make such collaboration more time-efficient. Another theme was around all aspects of diversity. I am more convinced every day that multidisciplinary teams of people from all parts of our industry are key to many of its challenges/opportunities. I needed no persuading about the contribution which can also be made by improved gender balance (and diversity more generally) but I learned more about the European version of Britain's Women in Rail which is helpfully called Women in Rail. University of Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education (BCRRE) School of Engineering, University of Birmingham UK Rail Research and Innovation Network (UKRRIN)

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Yesterday, RATPgroup and Ile-De-France Mobilités conducted the final trial run for the extension of Line 11. This is one of the largest projects currently undertaken by RATP, both in terms of scope and impact on commuters, with the key change being a drastic improvement in convenience and management of passenger journeys. The comprehensive overhaul of Line 11 includes the addition of 6 new stations and the modernization of 10 of the existing stations, in order to improve accessibility for those with reduced mobility. The current stock of trains will be replaced by M14 trains, fitted with cutting edge technology to improve access and comfort for passengers. This transformation to the system will also enable streamlining of passenger journeys, a reduction in commuting time from the suburbs to the center by half and connection to the metro lines for an additional 80,000 daily passengers. Significant changes indeed! I'd like to extend congratulations to those involved in this feat of technical and operational expertise.

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⚡ Battery Electric Locomotive (BEL) Simulation 🔌 I am excited to share our latest YouTube video tutorial on "Battery Electric Locomotive Freight Train Simulation in Autonomie ''. In this video, I touched upon how Autonomie can be used for simulating a BEL, model inputs requirements and different train modeling approaches in general. Whether you are interested in simulating train energy consumption for different types of powertrain, or just curious about train modeling and simulation, this video has something for everyone. Please feel free to share your thoughts and feedback in the comment or reach out to me with any questions! https://lnkd.in/dgrFbGYs

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Weather resilience and Climate adaptation is one topic we can not share enough on, there is not one corner of this planet not affected! Join this knowledge sharing webinar next month to be part of the conversation to build resilience in rail and transport systems

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🚉 “We want to double the number of local and regional trains for everyday journeys. But Lyon's railway junction is an obstacle. So Europe needs to help us in terms of infrastructure investment.” We need Europe for rail solutions on mobility for people! More with Jean-Charles KOHLHAAS, Vice-president of Métropole de Lyon. #Mobility #LocalFutureEU #EUelections2024

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📌 Parcel Delivery by Tram in Strasbourg 📦   Alstom is conducting an #experimental parcel delivery system using trams to ease traffic congestion in the city center of Strasbourg from September 16 to October 26, 2024 🏙️   🛠️ 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻   - #Parcels will be delivered via Line B trams, from Hœnheim Gare to Broglie station. - Each morning, a #postman delivers about 100 parcels by tram, transferring them to a cargo bike for final delivery. - A second delivery route will be added in the early afternoon.   📝𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀   - Assess the #coexistence of parcels and passengers without impacting comfort or tram operations. - Reduce urban congestion and pollution by utilizing alternative delivery methods. - Align with Strasbourg’s 2023 goals for sustainable, low-carbon urban logistics.   Urban goods transport accounts for 20% of city traffic, consumes 50% diesel, and emits 25% of greenhouse gases. This initiative aims to improve urban logistics and traffic flow in cities. Source: Alstom   #UrbanMobility #SustainableLogistics #SmartCities #TransportInnovation   _ _ _ 👍 Like if you find value, re-post ♻️, and follow for more interesting tech, and innovation insights.

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🌍🚲 Exciting News from #VeloCity2024 in Ghent, Belgium! 🚲🌍 We are thrilled to share that Lucie Anderton CEnv, Head of Sustainability at UIC - International union of railways #UICrail, participated in the Velo-city conference held from June 18-21. Trains may not always take people door to door, but when paired with bicycles, they offer one of the most sustainable ways to travel. The #European project RAIL4CITIES, backed by Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking, has been conducting a series of Living Labs across Europe to explore how to create more seamless connections between trains and bikes, helping people enjoy more car-free days. At #VeloCity2024, Lucie Anderton @uicrail shared key findings with the audience, emphasizing the crucial role of stations as mobility hubs. “Stations are key, they have the power to convene active and collective low carbon transport as a mobility hub.” Key Takeaways: ✔️ Stations must prioritize space for cycling services over cars, with safe and convenient bike storage and signage. ✔️ Technology services can simplify cycling with combined ticketing and up-to-date bike-friendly information. ✔️ Railways can collaborate with cycling partners to enhance their offerings for cyclists and make sustainable tourism more attractive. Together, we can create a more sustainable future by making rail and cycling the go-to options for travel! #Sustainability #Rail4cities #Cycling #GreenTravel #SustainableTourism #ActiveTransport

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🚦 A lot of challenges to deploy commercial automated mobility but not all are related to the driving. Solving the global economic equation will be crucial. During the last week or so, the need of connected infrastructure raised a lot of attention. 🔮 Do you think AVs will have to rely on some kind of infrastructure to deploy commercial services ? Or will connected infrastructure be only used in some rare edges cases ? To clarify the context, I like to divide “road-side” connected infra into 2 categories : 1️⃣ : Safe information providers They are playing a role in the safety concept They help the vehicle to drive faster in an intersection (because they’re sure nothing’s coming) 2️⃣ : Additional information providers They are playing a role to improve quality of service They advise the vehicle to slow down in anticipation (because there might be someone coming), resulting in lower occurence of emergency stops. 🎙 I’d love to hear your thoughts on that Xavier Toujas, Pauline Dalicier,Pierre Delaigue, Cédric Seureau and others !

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Gilles Pascault has been joining the “Infrastructure” round-table of CAP MOROCCO 2030 - investing for a Sustainable Rail Future, highlighting the importance of innovation and new technologies in the field of Rail Signalling. 👏 Compagnie des Signaux - CSEE has successfully implemented the ERTMS signaling system for the Tangier-Kenitra high-speed line and so participated to the Moroccan industrial ecosystem for the last 10 years. This state of the art technology signalling system (ERTMS) has been developed for the recent HSL in France and is based on the latest security computer and software. It guarantees the safety and high performance of the line. 🚄 Skilled engineers and technicians from the most famous Moroccan universities participated to the successful deployment of the system. This first HSL in Africa is recognized as a strong success in term of commercial operation. 🤝 #roundtable #RailIndustrySummit #casablanca #CompagniedesSignaux #MERMEC MERMEC

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📢 The Agency is pleased to announce the latest update to the ERA Railway Factsheets. 🚆 This release provides an accessible overview of the #European rail sector, with one-click access to key data on #transport statistics, #railway organisations, rolling stock, #infrastructure, #safety, market structure, and the legal framework across European countries. 🔎 Explore the updated Railway Factsheets here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ei_CQQ47

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Today i participated in UIC - International union of railways #UICrail General Assembly in Paris where we discussed how to make the railways more sustainable, resiliant and attractive for the customers in terms of making it easier to book international railway tickets online. The implementation of CER (Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies) and UiCs ticketing roadmap in 2025 by the European passenger train operators will be a major milestone in that regard.

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Seid learning module available from the European Agency for railways about railway vehicle maintenance - become an expert in this area - have a look and follow the course

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🚦 🚅 ERTMS conference in Valenciennes, France, this April. The International Railway Journal reports: “ERTMS still faces some major challenges to accelerate its deployment in Europe.” THE ERTMS conference this April was opened by Mr Josef Doppelbauer, executive director of the European Union Agency for Railways (ERA), who set the scene. “Make it happen was the theme of this year’s conference,” he told delegates. “We need ERTMS to complete the Single European Railway Area (Sera). ERTMS and Sera are the basis for modal shift to rail.” (IRJ, 24) Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/edXBCiBN #ERTM24 #ertms #valenciennes

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#LocomotiveLeasing, as championed by Alpha Trains Group, the European leader in rail leasing, is on the right track… driving a greener and more competitive freight transport. As key players in the rail industry gathered in Paris for the annual "Rencontre fret ferroviaire du futur et OBJECTIF OFP " an insightful article on the topic was published by "La Lettre Ferroviaire”. https://lnkd.in/e-yYrVwA (subscription required) ▪️ A slight rebound for #railfreight: after a challenging 2023, the first half of 2024 saw a 9% growth, driven by government support aimed at doubling the freight modal share and tripling combined transport by 2030. ▪️ More efficient... and costly locomotives: to meet environmental and regulatory challenges, the industry requires multi-country locomotives that are more energy-efficient and versatile. However, their high cost hinders direct acquisition. ▪️ The #financing challenge: in the absence of sufficient public subsidies for locomotive purchases, leasing has become an essential solution across Europe, simplifying access to these assets and strengthening the sector's resilience. ▪️ Alpha Trains Group is a driving force behind this transformation. With a fleet of more than 1,000 locomotives and multiple-unit trains operating in 22 European countries, we offer tailored, multi-country, multi-technology leasing solutions, along with comprehensive expertise to support freight and passenger transport operators. Alpha Trains Group is paving the way for the freight of tomorrow! Vincent Pouyet Arturo González Bermejo Pascale Maroun Franck Morin Laurent Charlier

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Last night I attended a very interesting round table on the theme "When Artificial Intelligence reinvents mobility" organized by Ville, Rail & Transports With quality speakers coming from Major French public transport operators with - Arnaud JULIEN, Directeur Innovation at Keolis Group - Arnaud Vahlas, CIO/CDO at Transdev - Franck G., Traveler Information Director at SNCF Connect & Tech - Mathilde Villeneuve, Data Factory Director at RATPgroup IT infrastructure with - Pierre Lagarde, CTO Secteur Public at Microsoft France European funding with - Marta Alvarez Bermejo, Stakeholder & Partnership Manager at EIT Urban Mobility and finally going through sustainable ethics represented by - Lorraine de Montenay Green-IT expert at Omnicité I will have a hard time summarizing all the very good points and examples shared during this evening, but everyone agreed on the fact that they had been using artificial intelligence for more than 10-15 years, but that for 2 years there has been a real breakthrough when generative AI with ChatGPT was released to the general public thanks to new technology allowing unthinkable computing capacities before. This new technological revolution is moving very quickly, and everyone sees the potential, but also the risks. Each operator has the same vision that Generative AI will revolutionize the way of working internally (whatever the departments) as much as the interaction with the travelers will be transformed. However, adaptation must be done step by step and not in a rush. There is a huge need for acculturation of employees whether they are in the offices or in the field, as well as customers. All agree that there are areas of work to be implemented - on the protection of private data, - on the implementation of AI when it brings a real plus, - on the right AI models to use according to needs, - on the quality of the data used - on staff training - on cybersecurity to be implemented around these new solutions - on having 2 types of AI: private for internal and public for external etc. In this industry where margins are very low, the adoption of AI, and especially Generative AI, must have a real return on investment. This return on investment must not be at the expense of one of the primary missions of public transport operators to provide more sustainable transport solutions to the citizens... because currently generative AI requires energy resources beyond measure... which Lorraine de Montenay perfectly reminded us of! (a little thought for my friend Yann Lechelle co-founder of :probabl. who advocates for AI with a specific quality data set without excessive quantity to be able to be used on a simple computer) AI and mobility is a subject that I have been following for some time and which is an integral part of our solutions at Optibus. I also have the chance to delve deeper into this subject thanks to Hubert Beroche who created the Think Tank Urban AI where transport and mobility is an essential topic

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