DB Netz introduces ‘green’ driver advisory functions 16 Jul 2018 GERMANY: This month, infrastructure manager DB Netz has introduced ‘green wave’ train running functionality to support the use of connected driver advisory systems. Train operators seeking to improve their energy efficiency have been encouraged to sign up to the service at 0·315 euro cents per…
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Freightliner to deploy RailSmart software suite 15 Jul 2018 EUROPE: Freightliner has signed a five-year deal to use 3Squared’s RailSmart software suite, including exclusive collaboration for future developments. The Genesee & Wyoming subsidiary will initially roll out RailSmart in the UK, starting this year with the RailSmart EDS competency management module and RailSmart ORS rostering…
Loco control and communication connectors 14 Jul 2018 CONNECTORS: TE Connectivity’s MU27P connectors are designed to provide reliable control and communication connections between locomotives and rolling stock. The 27-point plugs and receptacles with aluminium shells in five colours can be used for applications such as door controls, public address systems and brake indications. ‘These high-quality units…
Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 7/13/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation Panhandle Northern Railroad seeks CRISI grant for safety improvements The city is the lead applicant for the grant, but is joined by the short line and the Panhandle Regional Planning Commission as co-applicants Photo – City of Borger website The city…
Rail News Home Federal Legislation & Regulation 7/13/2018 Rail News: Federal Legislation & Regulation FRA's Batory tours CSX's Virginia Avenue Tunnel project FRA Administration Ronald Batory (center, in dark suit and red tie) toured CSX's Virginia Avenue Tunnel project, which is slated to wrap up this year. Photo – National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association…
Driverless heavy haul train completes first iron ore delivery 13 Jul 2018 AUSTRALIA: Rio Tinto completed its first iron ore delivery using a driverless train on July 10. The Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator had granted approval on May 16, and full commercial operation is planned for late 2018. The fully-loaded autonomous train…
SEPTA is buying 15 new locomotives from Siemens. Photo – Matt Courchain, SEPTA The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) yesterday marked the arrival and inaugural…
The P865 models debuted on Metro's Blue Line when it opened in July 1990. Photo – LA Metro's blog The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) next month will retire its remaining P865 light-rail cars.Manufactured by Nippon Sharyo, the P865 models debuted on Metro's Blue Line when it opened in July 1990. The agency…
Hamburg S-Bahn automation agreement signed 12 Jul 2018 GERMANY: The Digital S-Bahn Hamburg agreement to automate operations on a section of the city’s suburban rail network was signed by the mayor, Deutsche Bahn and Siemens on July 12. The partners have agreed to share the €60m cost of the pilot phase of the project, which…
Hydrogen fuel cell trainset approved for passenger service 11 Jul 2018 GERMANY: Alstom’s Coradia iLint hydrogen fuel cell multiple-unit was formally approved for passenger service on July 11. The two prototype units are expected to enter pilot service on the Elbe-Weser network with the first scheduled services planned for late summer. ‘Hydrogen is a true…