The first edition of RailTech Belgium has kicked off! Hundreds of international rail professionals are gathering today to discuss the latest rail industry developments and innovations, at the conference and exhibition in Brussels.Read more
The European Train Control System (ETCS) has been installed on an additional 127 kilometres of Belgian tracks, pushing the share tracks equipped with ETCS well over half. The goal is to have ETCS installed on...Read more
While in Belgium SNCB is scheduled to receive a renewed concession for the next 10 years, the course from the European Commission in Brussels is instead to bring about more market opening on the railways,...Read more
The Belgian measure in which night train operators will pay nothing for track access fees and energy over the next two years should be adopted across Europe, says ALLRAIL, which represents new entrants in passenger...Read more
In the complex field of rail infrastructure mapping, French firm Arkance is developing a number of new solutions to streamline the development process. Through a range of collaborations, the firm is expanding its comprehensive suite...Read more
Since the arrival of ECTS two decades ago, Europe’s rail sector has seen a remarkable shift, with the transformation of signalling systems and the ubiquitous roll-out of digital technology. But despite this many areas still...Read more
The Belgian infrastructure manager, Infrabel, recently received its first batch of “green” rails. The production process of these rails results in up to 70 per cent less CO2 emissions compared to a conventional manufacturing process...Read more
As electric transport continues to gain traction, accurate energy measurements become increasingly crucial for optimising energy distribution in the grid. Elscolab, a distributor of measurement, control, and laboratory equipment, seeks to address key challenges shaping...Read more
Innovative automation solutions are transforming yard operations across the rail industry. Belgian rail consultancy Caems recently spoke with RailTech.com to discuss some of the ways new solutions are driving efficiency.Read more
On June 6 and 7, RailTech will be hosting RailTech Belgium 2023 in Brussels. The event will showcase the Belgian rail sector and put a spot light on all current developments. A separate knowledge session...Read more
As global concerns about climate change grow, the transportation sector faces a crucial challenge in reducing its carbon footprint, and rail infrastructure firms are playing and increasingly important role in improving the emissions profile of...Read more
In a month from now, RailTech will hosts its first event in Belgium: RailTech Belgium 2023. Home to several major ports, a key focus of the conference programme in Belgium will be on the rail...Read more
The European Union Railway Agency (ERA) and the Belgian National Railway Company (SNCB) recently celebrated an important milestone in the implementation of the 4th railway package, with the delivery of more than 50,000 vehicle authorisations...Read more
A Dutch court has ruled against the Federation of Transport Companies (FMN) in their case against the government. The FMN had objected to the government’s aim to grant the incumbent operator, Dutch Railways (NS), another...Read more
In less than two months’ time, RailTech Belgium 2023 will kick off in Brussels. This event on June 6 and 7 will be an opportunity for the international rail sector to get to know the...Read more