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Knorr Bremse News

The application of a magnetic track brake from Knorr-Bremse

Magnetic track brakes are independent of the rail-wheel-contact and thus lead to shorter braking distances. They are only used for certain braking applications such as instance rapid braking or emergency braking.

Siemens News

NEW S-BAHN FOR BERLIN: MORE SPACE FOR PASSENGERS ON LINE S8

With immediate effect, DB is completely converting the S8 line to its newest generation of trains. The modern trains with their distinctive flat front are already reliably operating on three of Berlin’s S-Bahn lines.

Wabtec Info

Wabtec partners with Akiem on service contract to maximize locomotive availability in France and Germany

Wabtec Corporation signed a services contract with Akiem, a leading European rolling stock leasing company, to provide maintenance of critical equipment for locomotive fleets in Europe. The deal will improve safety, reliability, and availability of rolling stock for Akiem’s customers.

British Steel

39 APPRENTICES JOIN BRITISH STEEL

In Scunthorpe, the company has just recruited 29 new starters – 12 each on mechanical and electrical apprenticeships, and a further 5 on structural programmes. 39 new apprentices are embarking on their careers with British Steel.

IVU News

IVU.rail goes live at Arriva Rail London

Efficient rostering and control support in one connected hub – Arriva Rail London has gone live with the integrated resource planning system IVU.rail from IVU Traffic Technologies. This marks Arriva Rail London's biggest ever technology change programme.

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