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Train driver shortage: can digital solutions and exchanging drivers help?

Driver cabin of an Italian train
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The job market for train drivers is tight, and within ten to fifteen years a substantial part of the labour force will retire. Digital solutions to simplify the exchange of train drivers among different operators can help to make the most of the current train driver workforce.

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Author: Esther Geerts

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Minda Wang|26.11.23|17:55

This problem, incl. unexpected strikes, would eventually be solved by ATO. ;)
#ATO #DBS #ERTMS #SmartRail

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Train driver shortage: can digital solutions and exchanging drivers help?

Driver cabin of an Italian train
Driver cabin of an Italian train (Photo: Shutterstock) Shutterstock

The job market for train drivers is tight, and within ten to fifteen years a substantial part of the labour force will retire. Digital solutions to simplify the exchange of train drivers among different operators can help to make the most of the current train driver workforce.

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Author: Esther Geerts

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1 comment op “Train driver shortage: can digital solutions and exchanging drivers help?”

Minda Wang|26.11.23|17:55

This problem, incl. unexpected strikes, would eventually be solved by ATO. ;)
#ATO #DBS #ERTMS #SmartRail

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