Railway Competence Group (RCG) are a premier provider of comprehensive train driver assessment and training services. Our suite of offerings, including Train Driver End Point Assessment, Psychometric Testing, and Train Driver Incident Prevention Courses, are designed to elevate the standards of railway operations and safety.
There are over 100 UK companies exhibiting this year at InnoTrans, showcasing their world class products and services
I am delighted to welcome you to the UK Pavilions at InnoTrans 2024. It was an honour to be appointed by the new Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, as the Minister for Rail in July, and I am excited to support and advocate for the UK’s brilliant rail supply chain, both at home and on the global stage.
There are over 100 UK companies exhibiting this year at InnoTrans, showcasing their world class products and services. The UK has always been at the forefront of rail innovation, from the birth of the modern railway with the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825, to the recently opened Elizabeth Line, connecting the heart of the city with east and west London. Our Railway200 programme, beginning next year, will celebrate the past, present, and future of the British rail industry. Pioneering design, engineering, and construction will always be at the heart of the UK approach.
Whether you are looking for strategic advice on programme delivery, the planning and design of transport infrastructure, or operations and maintenance, the UK rail supply chain is world leading. I am keen for this event to be a catalyst for conversations and collaboration that will help to deliver greener and more efficient railways across the globe, transforming connectivity and delivering quality passenger experiences.
At home, the Government is committed to delivering for Britain’s railways by putting passengers at the heart of the service, reforming the railways and bringing them into public ownership. Great British Railways will provide a unified system that focuses on reliable, affordable, high-quality, and efficient services; along with ensuring safety and accessibility. It will be responsible for investment, day-to-day operational delivery
and innovations and improvements for passengers.
At this exciting time for the UK’s railways, I encourage you to engage with the UK Pavilions innovative businesses and wish you every success at InnoTrans 2024.
“ As Minister for Rail, I am excited to support and advocate for the UK’s brilliant rail supply chain, both at home, and on the global stage.”
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5. Introduction
Darren Caplan, Railway Industry Association (RIA) Chief Executive welcomes UK suppliers to the UK Pavilions and talks about the encouraging signs for the global and UK rail markets
6.
UK Pavilions Guide
Detailed maps of the UK Pavilions situated in Hall 23b and Hall 2.2
7. Powering rail exports worldwide
Neil Walker, Railway Industry Association (RIA) Exports Director writes about the extensive support available to companies looking to take advantage of rail export opportunities and how to source products and services from the UK
8. The UK rail offer
The Department for Business and Trade introduces the UK rail offer and explains how this applies across the product lifecycle
10. Exhibitors
Find out more about UK organisations exhibiting at InnoTrans 2024
14. Moving at
pace
The Welsh Government reflects on a proud history of engineering and manufacturing excellence and explains how Wales is now delivering innovation, skills and helping businesses to achieve net zero
16. Company Focus
Discover more about UK rail businesses
20. The future of rail innovation
Discover how the Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) is set to become Europe’s leading centre for rail and sustainable mobility innovation
22. Exhibitors
Find out more about UK organisations exhibiting at InnoTrans 2024
24. Excellence by design
Aarvee Associates is the UK arm of a global design consultancy business. Find out how it is bringing 35 years of experience in infrastructure design to the UK market
26. Exhibitors
Find out more about UK organisations exhibiting at InnoTrans 2024
28.
Exhibitor Directory
A helpful summary of many of the UK exhibitors at InnoTrans 2024, including contact details and stand locations
Elevating connectivity and boosting productivity
I am very pleased to welcome all UK rail suppliers to the UK Pavilions at InnoTrans 2024 and to have the opportunity to showcase some of the talented and innovative organisations operating within the UK rail supply chain in this publication. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned veteran, the world’s pre-eminent international trade fair for the railway industry boasts nearly 3,000 exhibitors from more than 50 countries. The innovation and expertise on display from across the globe over the course of the week is always exciting and inspiring.
This year’s event comes at an encouraging time for the global rail market with European rail supplier body UNIFE forecasting growth of 3% a year until the end of the decade fuelled by the prospect of 10,000 future rail project orders including greenfield investments, replacements and modernisation projects.
What’s more, key global macroeconomic trends such as urbanisation, digitalisation and sustainability are driving demand for transport which, in turn, enhances the competitiveness of rail not least because of its low carbon credentials. International investors look at rail as a destination for green finance. UK suppliers, including those who are featured in this publication, are well placed to capitalise on this upward trajectory given the growth in the export of rail-related goods and services across the world in recent years, particularly in regions such as the Middle East and Australia.
That reflects positively on the strength and depth of the UK’s domestic market as well as the future potential for leveraging this internationally.
Projects such as the Elizabeth Line and HS2 (so far) have been a superb showcase for the very best of our world-leading construction, consultancy, design, engineering and manufacturing expertise within the UK rail supply chain.
The recent change of Government in the UK is a further opportunity for a reset of the country’s international trading relationships. The commitment of the new ministerial teams across Whitehall to boosting trade and their recognition of the value of rail exporters and suppliers is welcome.
Elsewhere the UK rail reform agenda promises to deliver a more co-ordinated approach to the management of the railways which we hope will enhance the export capacity of UK rail suppliers. In particular, the Government has pledged to align international trade strategy with domestic industrial policy and strategy. This is positive news for UK rail manufacturers and their suppliers, both in developing a clear pipeline of procurement at home while fully leveraging export potential abroad.
An InnoTrans highlight is always the networking, the conversations and the
collaboration initiatives which can help deliver better railways around the world. Rail is a brilliant catalyst for elevating connectivity and boosting prosperity all around the planet.
May I and the RIA team wish you a successful week in highlighting the very best of UK rail supplier innovation, and hope that this will translate into tangible opportunities for you and your business in the months ahead. I also hope that you find UK @ InnoTrans to be a useful guide to activities and exhibitors in the UK Pavilions and a source of valuable information and networking opportunities.
Kind regards
Darren Caplan, Chief Executive, RIA
“ An InnoTrans highlight is always the networking and conversations and collaboration initiatives which can help deliver better railways around the world.”
UK Pavilions Guide
The Railway Industry Association (RIA) will be hosting the UK Pavilions at InnoTrans. Exports Director Neil Walker explains more about the role RIA can play in promoting UK rail expertise and products to international markets.
Powering rail exports worldwide
It is great to see so many UK-based Railway Industry Association (RIA) members and international suppliers and clients attending InnoTrans 2024. And whether you’re a UK company looking to export, or an overseas supplier keen to learn more about the UK rail market or source from our member companies, RIA can help you.
“It is great to see so many UK-based Railway Industry Association (RIA) members and international suppliers and clients attending InnoTrans 2024.”
It’s all part of our mission to champion a dynamic UK rail supply sector. At RIA, we’re helping to grow a sustainable, high-performing railway, while promoting UK rail expertise and products to international markets – and you can get involved.
How RIA can help your company
Are you interested in exporting from the UK? RIA often work with the UK Government to arrange railway trade missions or national UK Pavilions at overseas rail exhibitions around the world. These events empower UK companies to build relationships with
overseas clients and provide opportunities to promote their products or services.
Our dynamic programme of future international activity includes a trade mission to Australia, UK Pavilions in the Middle East, and much more. Please do drop by the UK Pavilions to speak to RIA or colleagues from the Department for Business and Trade, who can tell you more about the support available from both organisations.
Want to source from the UK? RIA has over 360 member companies,which are active across the whole railway supply chain, covering a diverse range of products and services. You could tap into this network of trusted suppliers.
And, whatever your project, you’ll find a partner to suit. Our members’ expertise encompasses all aspects of rail transport, from feasibility and financing to project implementation, operations and maintenance. RIA members continue to work in partnership on projects overseas, covering traditional rail, high speed and metros. In the course of this work, they help to meet environmental and net zero targets, bringing in innovation and technology for the benefit of the client and passengers.
“Special thanks go to our reception sponsors for helping to make this possible.”
Get in touch
Whether you’re exporting from the UK or looking to source UK rail products and services, please visit us at the UK Pavilion in Hall 2.2, stand 460. Alternatively, you can get in touch with me directly at Exports@riagb.org.uk or on +44 (0)207 201 0777.
Department for Business and Trade
The UK has been at the forefront of rail innovation for over 200 years. From the opening of the London underground in 1863, to the new Elizabeth Line which connects east and west London in 2022, it has demonstrated excellent capability for design, engineering and construction. The UK rail offer across the project lifecycle is strong, spanning strategic advice, planning and design and project delivery.
The UK rail offer is supported by seven thematic strengths:
• Innovation. The UK is at the centre of international innovation across the rail sector supporting both the domestic and global industry through research, development, commercialisation and deployment of new products, materials, technologies and ways of working.
• Digital transformation. By continuing to innovate the use of new technology and digital solutions, the UK rail industry can deliver a modern sustainable railway that increases network capacity for passengers and freight and gives customers an enhanced and personalised experience, all whilst reducing both costs and carbon.
• The UK rail sector and its supply chain have developed and continue to develop a wide range of digital solutions, increasingly
supported by AI technology, to improve performance across all phases of the rail life cycle from early planning, through design and construction to operations and maintenance.
• Sustainability and clean technology. The UK is a world leader in clean rail technology producing innovative and sustainable solutions for stations, alternative propulsion systems, energy management, lighter weight trains with more flexible space and flexible freight, all contributing to a cleaner and lower cost railway.
• Whole life asset management. UK expertise in strategic asset management is the best in the world. Railway and track operators globally rely on UK know-how to deliver major gains in efficiency and make the most of their valuable assets cross the whole
The UK rail offer
lifecycle to high levels of availability and reliability. Early engagement in the planning maximizes the life-cycle gains and benefits. The UK excels in capabilities linked to asset management and condition monitoring, which allows railways to develop a smart or intelligent driven regime of maintaining its assets.
• Infrastructure resilience. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges faced by Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain’s railways. In response, it has developed Weather Resilience and Climate Change Adaptation Plans for the next five years (2024–2029) across its 14 routes and five regions and is investing in early warning technology.
• Safety and security. As safety standards and security requirements become more stringent, rail operators around the world are
tapping into the UK’s wealth of expertise to improve safety and security without incurring prohibitive costs.
• Training and development. The UK is the world leading provider of skills training in the rail sector and is in a strong position to advise and support other organisations about developing their own skills base. We are working with other countries to identify their skills gaps, set up their own national skills and technical academies, and to improve the development of skills through more effective procurement to address their long-term needs.
The UK as an international partner
The UK has an extensive rail network. Between April 22 and March 23, there were 1.4 billion passenger journeys, 53.0 billion passenger kilometres and 15.7 billion net tonnes kilometres of freight moved on the 15, 846 km routes and 2,578 mainline stations. Approximately 38% of the network is electrified and UK rail income was £22.7bn.
The UK rail network is highly regulated and regarded as one of the safest networks in the world. Key bodies within UK are:
• The Rail Safety and Standards board (RSSB) providing data, analysis, standards, research and technical expertise in enhancing safety
as part of improving business performance.
• The Office for Road and Rail (ORR) reporting on the rail industry’s health and safety performance and conducting inspections.
• Network Rail which owns, operates and develops Britain’s railway infrastructure, helping run the UK rail network efficiently and safely.
UK suppliers are required to meet rigorous rail standards which helps to drive quality, innovation and competitiveness. Many of these suppliers will be present at InnoTrans, and stand ready to to partner with you.
The UK at InnoTrans 24
The UK Government is delighted that this year’s InnoTrans has attracted over 100 UK exhibitors. For over a decade, this event has enabled UK companies showcase their innovative technologies to a global audience. InnoTrans24 provides a fantastic opportunity to form new partnerships and to support the development of rail networks around the world.
We are keen for InnoTrans 2024 to be a catalyst for conversations and collaboration that will help to deliver greener and more efficient railways across the globe, transforming connectivity and delivering quality passenger experience.
Rail reform
At home, the new UK Government is committed to overhauling Britain’s railways by putting passengers at the heart of the service, reforming the railways and bringing them into public ownership. Great British Railways will deliver a unified system that focuses on reliable, affordable, high-quality, and efficient services; along with ensuring safety and accessibility. It will be responsible for investment, day-to-day operational delivery and innovations and improvements for passengers, working with publicly-owned rail operators in Wales and Scotland. The Government will also create a tough new passenger watchdog, focused on driving up standards.
“ The UK rail offer across the project lifestyle is strong, spanning strategic advice, planning and design and project delivery.”
Railgrinding Machinery Specialists
manufacturer of Road Rail Vehicles (RRV’s) and specialist rail infrastructure installation and maintenance equipment solutions. Our range includes Tracked and Wheeled Excavators, Flash Butt Welders, Rail Cranes, Box back and Flatbed Lorries; as well as a series of ancillary equipment including Lifting Beams, Sleeper Layers, Trailers and Rail Trolleys. The company also produces an assortment of wagon-based maintenance and amenity modules in our extensive fabrication, machine shop and assembly facilities.
As the UK’s leading manufacturer of Road-Rail excavators (RRV’s), GOS are confident we can build a machine to suit your requirements. With an award-winning design team and in-house manufacturing GOS delivers superior innovation and quality, without compromise on cost.
GOS offers warranty, servicing packages and familiarisation training to both operational and engineering personnel. Each machine comes with certification to the appropriate standards by working closely with Product Approval Bodies and Network Rail, and a comprehensive operational and maintenance manual to ensure correct usage and longevity by the owner.
Loram UK, headquartered in Derby, is your premier partner in delivering comprehensive rail solutions across the UK and the broader European, and Middle Eastern, regions. With a robust portfolio of services, Loram is dedicated to driving the rail industry forward, particularly in the realm of new builds.
As leaders in the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of on-track machines, we offer UK-built, EN-compliant rail grinding equipment capable of operating in diverse markets. Our turnkey rail grinding systems and services are available across Europe, and the Middle East, tailored to meet your specific needs.
We provide bespoke rail grinding solutions, technical field support, training, and consumables management, ensuring your rail network operates smoothly and efficiently. Our rail grinding services are designed to enhance track performance, safety, and longevity.
Our engineers and industry specialists will be available for one-on-one consultations. Get insights into the latest trends and how our innovations can give you a competitive edge.
Visit Loram in hall 26, stand 565 and at our outdoor display to see the latest RGX railgrinder, Hall 01, Stand 50.
Loram
Install our robust, precise sensors on track, structures, and earthworks to monitor long-term movement such as changes in track geometry, in addition to sudden events like landslides and embankment failures.
Low-maintenance, ultra long-life sensing technology provides automated near real-time alerts of movement, while integrated cameras show the cause of movement without visiting site.
Integrated solutions for geotechnical, structural, and environmental monitoring applications.
One Big Circle are the creators of AIVR (Automated Intelligent Video Review), a multi-award-winning intelligent video monitoring system. Used by over 8,000 users in the UK, AIVR can help you to deliver safer, more efficient assessments of rail infrastructure and rolling stock. AIVR is designed to support any stage of your digital infrastructure monitoring journey, from data capture and online review to AI-based intelligent analysis.
Why visit our stand: Visit us in Hall 2.2, Stand K-560 for demonstrations and insights on our innovative solutions:
• Data Capture: AIVR devices capture Forward Facing Video, Rail Scanning Imagery, Thermal imagery, or integrate with your existing systems.
• Secure Data Access: The cloud-based AIVR Platform allows you to access, analyse, and interact with your data securely online.
• Machine Learning and AI: Bespoke machine learning and AI analytics helps you make best use of your data, with automatic detection and reporting of critical assets.
FirstClass Safety & Control are passionate about making railway depots safer, introducing innovative safety control systems and procedures to protect the depot workforce at the workface, all backed up with unrivalled service support
FirstClass Safety & Control’s Depot Protection System (DPS) provides the highest standards of safety for staff working in rail maintenance depots. Our Systems are designed to work with your operations and operators.
The FirstClass Safety Depot Control System (DCS) is an innovative and cost-effective depot control solution which assists depot operators by reducing workload and increasing safety and efficiency within the maintenance facility. Designed to provide the safest and most efficient method of controlling depot train movements.
The Welsh Government reflects on a proud history of engineering and manufacturing excellence and explains how Wales is now delivering innovation, skills and helping businesses to achieve net zero targets.
Moving at pace
This is future mobility. This is Wales. Wales has a proud history of engineering and manufacturing, from the mining and heavy industry which drove the industrial revolution in the 19th century to the world-leading tech hotbed of today.
A rich heritage with over 5,000 companies across a diverse range of sectors, and with particular strengths in areas of high value manufacturing including automotive, aerospace, rail, defence, space, battery development and recycling.
This heritage, combined with the technological expertise and facilities in Welsh universities plus existing companies, makes Wales the destination of choice for businesses shaping the world’s future mobility.
Wales punches well above its weight for manufacturing output and across industry sectors, established businesses are already thriving.
The supply chain is already diversifying and adapting, thanks to Welsh Government support for innovation, skills and net zero targets. With enabling and supporting technologies already well established here, this transition is moving at pace.
Exciting innovation is also happening around regional hubs of expertise, such as the world’s first compound semiconductor cluster in south east Wales and Driving the Electric Revolution Industrialisation Centre.
Under Transport for Wales, the new Metro system will provide an integrated network of bus, rail, and active travel to make sustainable
mobility even easier.
By locating in Wales, companies have access to the UK market and all its associated support networks, as well as the close-at-hand benefits and expertise Wales can bring to your business too.
These include: easy access to decision makers; a thriving manufacturing and transport ecosystem; world-class research facilities, expertise, and graduates from our universities; and a Welsh Government committed to making Wales a hotbed for high value manufacturing and future mobility in the transition to net zero. The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) will be a world-class site for research and testing of innovative rail technologies.
GCRE is a new, purpose-built facility being constructed in South Wales that will become Europe’s leading innovation centre for rail and sustainable mobility. It will be a ‘one stop shop’ for world class research, testing and showcasing of next generation rolling stock, infrastructure and cutting-edge new technologies – providing a range of services unique across the continent.
GCRE will become the UK’s first ever net zero in-operation railway, supporting the innovations needed to decarbonise the UK and European railway and, crucially, helping to lower the costs of major rail infrastructure projects across the UK, Europe and the Middle East.
Located on a former open cast mine near Onllwyn, GCRE has the potential to create more than 1,100 long-term, high-quality jobs and become a magnet for other, high-quality investments and R&D – most notably in other mobility sectors and in the field of renewable energy innovation. A recent economic appraisal by PWC highlighted that GCRE was a ‘very high’ value for money project that will contribute £300m GVA uplift to the local economy over the next decade. GCRE is a positive example of long-term, active industrial policy in line with the mission driven approach of the Welsh and UK Governments. Through GCRE, Wales has the opportunity to become a global leader in rail and mobility innovation - a home to a world class laboratory that can help set new benchmarks in advanced technology, leadership, standards and product development. The GCRE site will become the first commercially funded and operated, open access innovation facility of its kind in the world and has the potential to be replicated internationally.
Main features of the Global Centre of Rail Excellence
• 7km Vehicle Testing Loop (VTL) for high quality, continuous testing and development of rolling stock. Fully electrified track with 25kv Overhead Line Equipment (OLE)
• A 7km Infrastructure Testing Loop (ITL) for a wide range of high quality intrusive and non-intrusive testing and innovation. Fully electrified track with 25kv Overhead Line Equipment (OLE)
• Operational up to 24-hours a day, seven days a week. High-quality, on-site hotel for visiting teams
• Cutting-edge technology park with innovation space and facilities for permanent headquarters location
• High quality ancillary services provided on site, including certification and accredited training delivered alongside service partners
• 400m track for undertaking small scale testing and training ahead of GCRE being operational
• Significant renewable energy generation capacity that can support operation and innovation
• An open access facility available for use by global manufacturers and large infrastructure operators to SMEs
• A representative, offline, ‘live’ railway environment at which the demonstration of new products can be undertaken
• A GCRE Benefits Scheme open to everyone and consisting of four levels –Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with each level offering distinct benefits and privileges
A number of important commercial agreements have recently been concluded, providing commercial momentum for GCRE Limited. Partners signing up to use the facility include Hitachi Rail, CAF, Thales, Network Rail and Transport for Wales. Nearly 200 companies have endorsed the GCRE vision.
GCRE will achieve four central missions:
1. Rebuild local prosperity: GCRE will create long-term jobs and prosperity in a community impacted by more than
four decades of de-industrialisation, rebuilding hope, identity and pride for this and future generations.
2. Make transport better: GCRE will become an internationally unique facility for innovation in rail and sustainable mobility supporting the development of stronger greener and more affordable transport systems right across the world.
3. Pioneer a net zero railway: By building the UK’s first net zero railway powered from on-site renewables and largely constructed from reused or recycled materials, GCRE will break new ground in the development of more sustainable infrastructure.
4. Renew an amazing place: GCRE will regenerate a former coalfield site and enhance biodiversity to help establish an attractive destination for the community and visitors in a way that links its history with its bright future.
www.gcre.wales
You can meet Welsh Government and Global Centre of Rail Excellence teams, as well as Welsh companies on the Wales stand at InnoTrans - Hall 23b Stand 340 THIS IS RAIL. THIS IS WALES
“ Exciting innovation is happening around regional hubs of expertise, such as the world’s first compound semiconductor cluster and Driving the Electric Revolution centre.”
Eurofins
Whole-project EMC risk control, support, guidance & management for Rail projects of all sizes.
Ensure that your project is delivered on-time and on-budget with our range of services covering all aspects of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) including:
▪ EMC risk assessment & hazard analysis
▪ EMC management, strategy & control plans
▪ EMC design & equipment reviews
▪ Product documentation
▪ On-board & line side measurement & investigation
▪ On-site measurement of infrastructure & rolling stock
Environmentally friendly cleaning chemicals for rail
Gard Chemicals’ industry-leading products can tackle your problem areas. Founded in 1977, we’re the UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier of:
• Industrial Cleaning and Maintenance Chemicals
• Adhesive Cleaners and Release Agents
• Rail Industry Chemical Formulations
Our industry-leading products are trusted by institutions all over the world, with products designed for use by local government, schools, hospitals, engineering firms, manufacturers, transport and utility companies.
We consistently meet the tough standards required by our customers and we are proud to have a 100% vendor rating of the quality, environmental impact, health & safety and security of our products as well as the technical support we offer.
Rail Manche Finance
Rail Manche Finance (RMF) provides back office managed solutions in respect of accounting, revenue apportionment, settlement and data insight solutions for rail and non-rail operators.
Operational since 1994 RMF is a grouping between Eurostar International and SNCF and provides back office solutions for Eurostar (London and continental (ex-Thalys)) routes, as well as organisation of usage payments in respect of the channel tunnel fixed link by Eurostar and Rail freight operators.
Fully compliant with Industry standards RMF offers cost effective solutions for multi-carrier, multi-modal mobility.
Contact us:
Visit: www.rmf.co.uk/index.htm
Email: david.hiscock@rmf.co.uk
Phone: +44 (0) 20 7042 9961
VVB Engineering
SYSTEMS-LED INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERED WITH INTEGRITY
VVB delivers mechanical, electrical, telecommunications and fire engineering expertise and services for UK infrastructure projects. We deliver all engineering services from small, medium to large-scale infrastructure projects. Our mechanical, electrical, fire and telecommunications engineering services are powered entirely by our own people, skills and industry know-how.
Our approach is Systems Led with a focus on outputs and offers the following benefits:
y Less Waste – Early designer involvement improves buildability and sustainability, with fewer rounds of rework
y Greater Efficiency – The right specialists are involved at the right time, so each project phase is considerate of the rest, and aligned to a common outcome
y Reduce Risk – Front-end planning from stakeholders provides cost certainty, for reduced risk of overspend or programme overrun.
us at https://vvb-eng.com/
Our full lifecycle approach to infrastructure delivers efficiencies and minimises risk. It eliminates miscommunication or misalignment between project phases and ensures each stage of construction is considerate of the rest. We also provide standalone or selected services and consultancy at any lifecycle phase needed, rising to plug any programming gaps.
We’re committed to building Infrastructure with Integrity, and consider our people, projects, communities and the environment in every decision made and action taken.
SECTORS WE WORK IN
GCRE will enable the rail industry to research, test, and certify everything from rolling stock and infrastructure to innovative new rail technologies. Its team discusses the unique range of services this world-class facility will provide.
The future of rail innovation
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) is a new, purpose-built facility being constructed in the UK that will become Europe’s leading centre for rail and sustainable mobility innovation. GCRE will be a home to world class research, testing and showcasing of next generation rolling stock, infrastructure and cutting-edge net zero rail technology development. GCRE will provide a range of services unique across the continent.
GCRE will become the UK’s first ever net zero in operation railway, supporting the innovations needed to decarbonise the UK and European railway and helping to lower the costs of major rail infrastructure projects. GCRE will play an important role in increasing rail exports and encouraging international knowledge transfer.
“GCRE will become the UK’s first ever net zero in operation railway, supporting the innovations needed to decarbonise.”
A number of important commercial agreements have recently been concluded, providing commercial momentum for GCRE Limited. Partners signing up to use the facility include Hitachi Rail, CAF, Thales, Network Rail and Transport for Wales. Nearly 200 companies have endorsed the GCRE vision.
Main features of the Global Centre of Rail Excellence:
• 7km Vehicle Testing Loop (VTL) for high quality, continuous testing and development of rolling stock. Fully electrified track with 25kv Overhead Line Equipment (OLE).
• A 7km Infrastructure Testing Loop (ITL) for a wide range of high-quality intrusive and non-intrusive testing and innovation. Fully electrified track with 25kv OLE.
• Operational up to 24 hours a day, seven days a week. High-quality, on-site hotel for visiting teams.
• Cutting-edge technology park with innovation space and facilities for permanent headquarters location.
• High-quality ancillary services provided on site, including certification and accredited training delivered alongside service partners.
• 400m track for undertaking small-scale testing and training ahead of GCRE being operational.
• Significant renewable energy generation capacity that can support operation and innovation.
• An open access facility available for use by global manufacturers and large infrastructure operators to SMEs.
• A representative, offline, ‘live’ railway environment in which the demonstration of new products can be undertaken.
• A GCRE Benefits Scheme open to everyone and consisting of four levels –Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with each level offering distinct benefits and privileges.
GCRE will achieve four central missions:
1. Rebuild local prosperity: GCRE will create long-term jobs and prosperity in a community impacted by more than four decades of de-industrialisation, rebuilding hope, identity and pride for this and future generations.
2. Make transport better: GCRE will become an internationally unique facility for innovation in rail and sustainable mobility, supporting the development of stronger, greener, and more affordable transport systems right across the world.
3. Pioneer a net zero railway: By building the UK’s first net zero railway powered from on-site renewables and largely constructed from reused or recycled materials, GCRE will break new ground in the development of more sustainable infrastructure.
4. Renew an amazing place: GCRE will regenerate a former coalfield site and enhance biodiversity to help establish an attractive destination for the community and visitors in a way that links its history with its bright future.
Get in touch
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence team are present at InnoTrans and are ready to discuss partnerships. Location: Wales Pavilion - Hall 23b Stand 340Email: enquiries@gcre.wales
WHERE MANUFACTURING MEETS INNOVATION.
Driving the movement to low carbon living and addressing a climate change crisis are priorities in Wales and Welsh Government policy. That commitment, coupled with a strong heritage in advanced manufacturing are creating an innovative and supporting environment for future mobility.
THIS IS WALES. INVESTED.
Find out what Wales can do for your business by visiting the Wales stand at Innotrans: Hall 23b Stand 340 tradeandinvest.wales | @InvestWales | #walesinvested
Aluminium Lighting Company
STRUCTURAL CONDITION MONITORING SYSTEM
Metal structures, eg lighting columns, are subject to slow decay and can fall over. Our Structural Condition Monitoring System (SCMS) has been developed to meet structural condition problems identified by Network Rail.
The SCMS encourages accurate planning and budgeting for maintenance and replacement, allowing cost effective interventions and better planning of disruption. It should also reduce the need for regular inspections, with much reduced inspection costs.
ALC’s Structural Condition Monitoring System reports on a structural support’s performance and estimates the Remaining Useful Life.
We have a Framework Agreement with Network Rail.
The SCMS offers:
Remote structural monitoring and analysis of all aspects of a support, creating a digital twin of the structure
Regular and better information about the relative structural condition of a support including awareness of its Remaining Useful Life
Early indication of potential problems
Prompt alerts of catastrophic failure, minimising risk and allowing a speedy response.
ECHALON RAISE AND LOWER COLUMN — ALUMINIUM LIGHTING COMPANY LTD
The Echalon® Hinge is a raise and lower lighting / CCTV column.
Lightweight, it lowers the fixture down to operator level with little effort for maintenance/calibration, minimising disruption and possession orders.
FirstClass Safety & Control
A node on the lantern collects data on column performance
SCMS installed in Wales, UK
▪ EMC risk assessment & hazard analysis
▪ EMC management, strategy & control plans
▪ EMC design & equipment reviews
▪ Product documentation
▪ On-board & line side measurement & investigation
▪ On-site measurement of infrastructure & rolling stock
We are now one of the largest and most innovative consulting firms in this field, with a large team of highly qualified and experienced engineers. In addition to feasibility studies, design services, detailed project reports and project management services, we also liaise with the relevant agencies in the Indian Railways to obtain the necessary approvals for railway projects.
Excellence by design
Aarvee Associates Ltd is the UK arm of global design consultancy Aarvee Associates Architects Engineers & Consultants Pvt Ltd. Managing Director of UK operations Sneha Redla explains why she and her team are excited to be building a presence in the UK.
With over 35 years of expertise in Infrastructure Consultancy across the globe, Aarvee Associates Architects Engineers & Consultants Pvt Ltd prides itself on delivering innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective designs that exceed client expectations, all while contributing positively to communities and the environment.
Now, the global firm is bringing this approach to the UK via its new division, Aarvee Associates Ltd (Aarvee).
Managing Director of UK Sneha Redla is excited about the opportunity to support British rail organisations – adding that, while Aarvee’s journey in the UK has just begun, it promises to be a rewarding one.
“We’re entering the UK market at a time of transformation and opportunity,” said Sneha, who has a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in structural engineering.
Comprehensive rail solutions
Aarvee’s areas of expertise cover the full spectrum of railway consultancy services:
• Track & Alignment Designs
• Bridge & Structural Designs
• Hydrology & Hydraulic Studies
• Earthworks & Geotechnical Studies
• Overhead Line Electrification Design
• Signalling Design
• Communication Design
• Operational Modelling
• Digital Engineering & BIM
“ We’re entering the UK market at a time of transformation and opportunity”
Its services are fully flexible; Aarvee’s design teams can be brought in to bolster existing client design teams, or they can undertake entire design delivery, ensuring that they empower clients to be on track for project success.
Commitment to excellence
“At Aarvee, we’re truly passionate about innovation, and are looking forward to adding value to our client’s projects – as well as finding solutions to the current industry challenges, like capacity and the efficiency in design delivery.” said Sneha.
“Our customer-centric approach ensures close collaboration with clients to fully understand their needs, objectives and timelines. This commitment to client satisfaction, combined with our technical prowess, guarantees exceptional results.”
Aarvee is RISQS audited and verified and proud member of the Railway Industry Association, underscoring its focus on delivering to UK market expectations. “Structuring our approach around quality, timelines and efficiency in design enables us to ensure our clients don’t fail in their delivery plans,” explained Sneha.
Aarvee is dedicated to developing talent within the rail industry. Its rigorous training programmes ensure its consultants are highly skilled and ready to meet the demands of any project. “Our graduate/post-graduate training programme is essential in combating attrition and providing the industry with trained, competent professionals,” commented Sneha.
“We’ve delivered rail projects across India, Bangladesh, Australia, Sri Lanka and Tanzania” Sneha added. “Now, we’re excited to be building a presence in the UK – considered by many to be the birthplace of the modern railway. Our approach, as ever, will be guided by Aarvee’s core values – exceptional quality, technical excellence, innovation, commitment to timelines, and unwavering integrity.”
** Aarvee is a global Infrastructure consultancy offering services in the transportation, water, power, urban design, geospatial, industrial design, and environmental engineering sectors. To learn more visit www.aarvee.com
Engineering Excellence, Global Impact.
Choose Aarvee for your next rail project and experience seamless design delivery. Benefit from our advanced capabilities in digital engineering, project management, and climate-resilient design to ensure your projects are efficient, safe, and future-ready.
For over 35 years, Aarvee has been at the forefront of delivering top-quality railway infrastructure consultancy worldwide. Our expertise encompasses a wide range of rail formats, including High-Speed, Freight, Heavy Haul, Passenger Rail, Metro Rail, and Light Rail. We are passionate about leveraging technology and engineering to create innovative, cost-effective designs that are easy to construct and simple to execute.
We specialize in comprehensive rail solutions, including track design, civil and structural design, signaling, communication, overhead electrification, and operational simulation. Our customer-centric approach ensures that we work closely with clients to understand both their stated and implied objectives, delivering solutions that truly meet their needs while maintaining a strong focus on meeting timelines.
Choose Aarvee for your next rail project and experience seamless design delivery. Benefit from our advanced capabilities in digital engineering, project management, and climate-resilient design to ensure your projects are efficient, safe, and future-ready.
The material solution for rail interiors
Why visit our stand:
Abtus railway measurement solutions are widely used in the UK and Worldwide, by infrastructure owners, maintainers and contractors. From basic mechanical gauges through to innovative digital measurement systems, Abtus offer products for a wide variety of customer applications.
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Aerodyne are the producers and innovators of some of the most amazing aircraft; such as Avectra Gyroplane, Avayu Helicopter, Avyay Flying Vehicles, and Catalina Seaplanes. The range of aircraft will allow for everything from very low, slow flight to unmanned aircraft at competitively low costs.
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Discover unparalleled compressed air drying with Skroll® media technology, along with our SRD Heatless Desiccant Air Dryers, specifically engineered to cater to the rigorous demands of the rail industry. Our expert team will be on hand to discuss the unique benefits of Skroll® media and demonstrate its advanced drying performance.
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Since 1979, Alfatronix has been manufacturing innovative and technologically advanced voltage conversion and onboard charging products here in the United Kingdom for use throughout the rail transport industry worldwide. Alfatronix will be launching and demonstrating its new range of Power Delivery USB rail compliant chargers at the InnoTrans exhibition.
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The Aluminium Lighting Company (ALC) is promoting two major rail products at InnoTrans 2024 - the Structural Condition Monitoring System for cantilever supports, and the Echalon® Hinge, which is a raise and lower structural support for lighting, CCTV and other fixtures.
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Keeping the railways moving is the focus for both ANT AG and LNT Solutions. ANT AG ensure optimal performance for railway track maintenance and cleaning using the ConSus® water jet cleaning technology, whilst LNT Solutions specialise in anti-icing and de-icing products.
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With over a century of powering and protecting the world around us, Atkore has a deep understanding of the rail sector’s technical challenges. Providing an exceptional turn-key solution, Atkore supports improved procurement efficiency and specification of quality product solutions to manage and protect cables within your railway system. Visit the booth to discuss your project.
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Baker Bellfield designs, engineers and manufactures rail interior systems including - Luggage Stacks, PRM / ADA Areas, Catering area, Flooring, Cab Walls, Sleeper Bunks and Tables. We stand alone as the only manufacturer to have table systems compliant to both APTA PR-CS-S-018-12 and GMRT 6.2 crash requirements. We manufacture for coachbuilders across UK, Europe and the USA
Why visit our stand: UK-based BMAC manufactures advanced exterior lighting and associated electrical equipment for rail vehicles around the world. For almost 100 years, the firm has been pushing the boundaries in vehicle lighting technology – and today, it is a leading supplier to both the road and rail sectors.
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There’s never been a more exciting time for businesses to invest, relocate and develop your operations in Doncaster. You’ll find business support advice and funding available to help you grow and expand. There’s a plentiful supply of prime industrial and residential property. We have a thriving commercial base including logistics, manufacturing, aviation and rail businesses.
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Camlin Rail presents TrainVue, a holistic approach to Train Monitoring. Our solutions help rail companies understand fleet health (such as Pantograph, Roof, Bogie condition), to optimise maintenance strategies, maximise asset availability, reduce costs – and improve safety for personnel and passengers by reducing the need for manual inspection.
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Specialist distribution with decades of experience helping customers to develop new designs and maintain legacy equipment for the rail industry. Field-based product specialists understand the challenge of designing electronic systems for harsh environments and an extended lifecycle. The franchised line card of power, passive and other rugged components, is backed by UK-based custom manufacturing.
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Units 13-14 Shepley Ind. Est. South, Shepley Road, Audenshaw, Manchester, M34 5DW
The UK Department for Business and Trade supports rail businesses to partner worldwide. The UK has led rail innovation for over 200 years and has world-leading expertise in strategic advice and design of transport infrastructure, and operations & maintenance.
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Filtration Control Ltd are the leading pioneers in filtration technology. Take a leap into our Test-Cell stand and explore our market-leading PEPA-F HVAC Air Filters and witness our advanced filtration in action. FCL’s extensive range helps you navigate the world of air filtration, ensuring the right filter for your vehicle.
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FirstClass Safety & Control are committed to make railway depots safer, introducing ground-breaking safety control systems and procedures to protect the depot workforce at the workface, all backed up with unrivalled service support.
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Fort Vale Engineering Limited is a world-leading precision manufacturer of valves and fittings for the transportation of bulk liquids and gases. Its RAILTYT range of tank wagon equipment includes bottom, ventilation, pressure relief, and side valves for gases or liquids. With unmatched technical and spares support and strategically placed stock, the firm can support clients across Europe.
The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) is a facility for world class rail and mobility research, testing and innovation currently being developed in South Wales, UK. GCRE will support the development, certification and showcasing of cutting-edge new rail and mobility technologies, with facilities including a 7km electrified Vehicle Testing Loop (VTL), a 7km Infrastructure Testing Loop (ITL), as well as a high-quality technology park and on-site hotel.
Hanover Displays is a global leader in providing on-board LED destination displays and passenger information systems for public transport. Their products include high-resolution LED destination displays, multimedia TFT screens and advanced destination controllers. Hanover is dedicated to their core values of quality, reliability, customer service and innovation.
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Onllwyn, Neath Port Talbot, SA10 9HNY
Contact: Andrew Johnson Tel: +44 (0)7949 449 727
Email: andrew.johnson@gcre.wales www.gcre.wales
Contact us: Gilchrist Thomas Industrial Estate, Heritage Court Road, Blaenavon,
Industry Wales represents the views of industry to the Welsh Government, with the ambition to further anchor, develop and grow High Value Manufacturing in Wales. Their vision for the future of manufacturing in Wales remains focused on how High Value Manufacturing activities have a positive social, economic, environmental and cultural impact on the well-being of the citizens of Wales.
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Instrumentel is launching ThermOptic Insight, a transformative new condition monitoring solution at InnoTrans 2024.
ThermOptic Insight, uses lineside thermal radiometry and AI to monitor heat and optical indicators, enhancing fault detection, adding greater predictability and improving efficiency of maintenance schedules; improving asset performance, safety and cost for rail operators and maintainers.
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The Invest Goole team supports economic growth in the Goole area (East Yorkshire, UK). This support includes advice on land/property availability, supply chains, skills & workforce and relocation support. If you are interested in locating your business at the heart of the UK rail sector, please come visit us.
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Established in 1983, primarily serving the coal and steel industries of South Wales. The company has now grown to an organisation that manufactures, installs, maintains and repairs railways throughout the UK and overseas, from narrow to broad gauge and all utilising competent staff certificated to current Network Rail regulations.
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Are you looking to elevate your railgrinding operations with cutting-edge machinery? At InnoTrans, Loram UK is showcasing RGX, our latest innovations in specialist railgrinding machinery designed to improve efficiency, safety, and reliability on your network.
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With over thirty years of success transforming the delivery of maintenance works internationally using our unique plant, the McCulloch Group invite all contractors and network managers to visit us to explore how our solutions can reduce costs, increase efficiencies and improve safety metrics for your maintenance of the infrastructure. Additionally, we are interested in networking with potential agent distributors and franchisees to help us expand our product reach internationally.
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Mechan will be attending InnoTrans in a new home this year, joining forces with our parent and sister companies on ultimate parent company John Cockerill’s stand gives us the opportunity to promote all businesses within the group together for the first time. Our team looks forward to meeting with you.
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Our representatives look forward to welcoming visitors interested in securing the best return on investments with examples of our patented, lightweight, fire resistant, moisture resistant and innovative floors, doors, heated floors and fire barriers for rolling stock, having surpassed 10,000 days without failure. That’s an incredible 27 years of in-service experience.
MoniRail, a University of Birmingham spin-out, specialises in railway track and train ride quality monitoring. Its cost-effective, retrofittable hardware and software enable continuous, accurate monitoring using in-service passenger and freight vehicles, providing outputs comparable to track geometry measurement vehicles.
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Morgan Marine Limited is a UK leader in the design, manufacture and installation of standard and bespoke non-security and LPCB security rated enclosures, door-sets, barsets, cages and access covers to a wide range of worldwide sectors. Engineering GRP and Steel since 1965, Morgan Marine operates from a prestigious sales and manufacturing facility in South Wales.
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As a full-service provider, Mosdorfer Rail provides innovative and future-proof solutions for electric railways and trams. The reliability of the overhead line system and the high availability of the route are always at the heart of our actions.
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For 100+ years our global team of engineering, management and development experts have been shaping the future of rail. Across the spectrum our pedigree is second to none; from engineering to project management, from light rail to high speed rail, from concept to commissioning. Visit our revolutionary rail experts today.
Nomad Digital is returning to Berlin to exhibit its latest transport connectivity innovations. They will be at Stand 260, Hall 4.1, demonstrating cutting-edge solutions, including Engage Portal and OBIS. Nomad will also showcase for the first time its AI-driven Passenger Counting system using image processing and WiFi device counting.
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One Big Circle is a UK-based SME, demonstrating their multi award-winning remote infrastructure monitoring solution AIVR (Automated Intelligent Video Review).
Visit Hall 2.2, Stand K-560 to learn more about the AIVR product suite and its end-to-end data capture and intelligent analysis capabilities.
Poweronics is a technology company based in the United Kingdom. We specialise in Gate Drivers for High Power, High Availability applications for IGBT and Silicon Carbide Mosfets. We design and develop in-house, with full control of manufacturing. We also offer power semiconductors, capacitors, and stack assembly services.
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PriestmanGoode provides global rail design solutions, enhancing millions of journeys annually. Our expertise includes light rail, metro, commuter, intercity, night, high-speed, and maglev trains. We handle strategy, customer experience, branding, interiors, and digital journeys. Visit us at Hall 2.2, Stand B460 with Baker Bellfield to discuss your next project.
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The Railway Industry Association (RIA) champions a dynamic UK rail supply sector with over 360 companies in membership. Whether a UK company looking to grow or an international one looking to source from the UK, please drop by where RIA staff can explain how we can potentially support you further.
Why visit our stand: RazorSecure has been at the forefront of rail cybersecurity for a decade. Protecting over 23 fleets globally, our solutions offer intrusion detection, real-time analytics and autonomous threat response. Our comprehensive portfolio ensures robust protection in the challenging rail environment, and we are continuously innovating to address evolving cyber threats while ensuring compliance with the latest cybersecurity standards.
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Rowe Hankins are a global supplier into the Rolling Stock industry, that design and manufacture speed sensors, tachometers, current monitoring, circuit protection, wheel flange lubrication, on train data recorders and tram overspeed protection systems.
The Senceive InfraGuardTM responsive monitoring solution is built to mitigate landslide and rockfall risk on railways
Proven: 30,000 tilt sensors integrated with cameras and wireless communications in use on >50 km of Network Rail’s most vulnerable earthworks.
Proven: 30,000 tilt sensors integrated with cameras and wireless communications in use on >50 km of Network Rail’s most vulnerable earthworks.
Photo validation: Cameras send images in all light conditions on scheduled basis, or within moments of being triggered by ground movement. Avoid false alerts, get eyes on the site before you can get boots on the ballast.
Photo validation: Cameras send images in all light conditions on scheduled basis, or within moments of being triggered by ground movement. Avoid false alerts, get eyes on the site before you can get boots on the ballast.
Responsive: Unique smart sensors respond to shallow ground movement, automatically switching from long-life scheduled reporting to near real-time reporting. Multiple alert levels allow trains to be warned or stopped.
Responsive: Unique smart sensors respond to shallow ground movement, automatically switching from long-life scheduled reporting to near real-time reporting. Multiple alert levels allow trains to be warned or stopped.
Flexible: Detect all types of slope failure, including deep movement using borehole instruments, shallow mass movement using tilt meters, plus rockfall using a combination of sensors.
Flexible: Detect all types of slope failure, including deep movement using borehole instruments, shallow mass movement using tilt meters, plus rockfall using a combination of sensors.
The Senceive InfraGuardTM responsive monitoring solution is built to mitigate landslide and rockfall risk on railways info@senceive.com
Why visit our stand: SEKISUI KYDEX innovates and creates sustainable thermoplastic material solutions for the next generation of product design. The fully-compient mass transit portfolio meets all industry certifications for passenger safety, with a refined finish, colour, and design to enhance passenger experience.
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Visit us to see the latest in wireless remote condition monitoring for rail infrastructure. Discover why rail operators worldwide trust Senceive technology to protect track, earthworks, structures and the people who use them. Hear about innovative solutions for rockfall and landslide monitoring, and for remote locations beyond the reach of cellular comms coverage.
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Sicut is the market leading European & US manufacturer of recycled plastic composite railway sleepers (ties). Proven on plain line, switches & crossings, metros, bridges, tunnels and heavy haul networks in 20+ countries globally. Approved and tested by Deutsche Bahn, Network Rail, Trafikverket, AREMA and many more.
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Smart Component Technologies is working to become a leader in smart monitoring solutions for predictive and preventative maintenance, supporting safety and performance-critical markets. It aims to extend asset lifetimes, improve in-service reliability, optimise maintenance operations, reduce costs, and save lives by averting the risk of catastrophic failure.
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If passenger comfort, equipment safety and cybersecurity are your top design requirements, Southco’s access hardware meets all your industry needs: EN45545-3 compliant compression latches with visual indication ensure safe panel closure, positioning hinges and display mounts improve travel convenience and wireless access control adds an extra layer of security.
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Tilon UK specialises in manufacturing high-performance products using recycled polymer composite materials. Tilon UK products are the first of their kind in the market, and are manufactured using 95% recycled materials, having a positive effect on the circular economy being 100% recyclable at end of life.
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UK rail technology company TrainFX provides bespoke, fully integrated on-train solutions. Its turnkey range includes passenger information systems, crew comms, ‘call for assistance’ solutions, seat sensors, CCTV, and passenger counting products. Based in the UK rail city of Derby, the firm supports both ROSCOS and train operators.
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Contact: Ruben Bake
Email: baker@kydex.com www.kydex.com
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Discover Transmission Dynamics at InnoTrans! Engage with our experts to explore how our Trains with Brains® solutions enhance operational efficiency, reliability and safety while reducing maintenance costs. Stop by our stand to witness the future of rail infrastructure and rolling stock monitoring.
TfW Lab deliver innovation across Transport for Wales by working with Start-up and Scale-ups from across the world. If you have a product or service that can benefit Transport for Wales processes, or improve passenger experience, consider the TfW’s accelerator programme.
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Visit TXM Consult at InnoTrans! Founded by dedicated rail professionals, we are going beyond the traditional consultancy approach. Leaveraging our extensive industry experience and innovative expertise, TXM Consult delivers exceptional solutions to help your business succeed. Visit our stand to enhance your projects with transformative solutions.
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The Birmingham Centre for Railway Research and Education provides world-class research, thought leadership, an expanding portfolio of education programmes and innovation opportunities to the global rail industry. BCRRE is always open to new ideas and to collaborate at all stages of technology readiness, with companies of all sizes, world-wide. Visit us in the City Cube (hall A), stand 640 and follow us on LinkedIn (BCRRE) to find out about technologies we’ll be featuring each day of the show.
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There are many reasons why doing business in Wales gives you a distinct advantage – from skills to strategic partnerships, and a tailored approach to support. Trade & Invest Wales provide a personal response to business with clear lines of communication with Government.
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For over a century, Whitmore has set the standard with its innovative rail-specific products. Designed to enhance performance and extend the life of equipment, these products range from rail lubricants to friction modifiers, rail applicators and track-mounted components. With its dedicated distribution network and commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, the brand continues to lead industries.
High pH chemicals often verge on being classed as ‘Caustic Based’ which is acceptable for unblocking drains but you wouldn’t use a drain cleaner for cleaning rolling stock would you?
Chemicals with a high pH will give you the following -
• Dull Paintwork
• Discharge to Drain issues
• Risk of Chemical Burns to staff
Gard Chemicals are a UK based manufacturer of bespoke formulations for the Rail Industry, and leading the range is our unique Gard RSC - pH Neutral Cleaner for Rolling Stock.
