Imagine making old, expensive train lines work like a modern bus network. Instead of heavy, costly track equipment, this project uses wireless sensors and energy-independent tools to track trains. It also creates a 'LEGO-like' modular train design to keep costs low and passengers happy.
Regional rail lines are often abandoned because the cost of infrastructure and operation is too high relative to their usage. Current systems are too expensive to maintain and lack the flexibility to attract modern passengers.
The project is developing a modular vehicle concept and a digital signaling system using wireless, energy-autonomous components to replace traditional trackside hardware.
If you are an infrastructure manager dealing with high maintenance costs for secondary lines — this project developed wireless and energy-autonomous components to replace expensive axle counters and level crossing systems, lowering CAPEX.
If you are a train manufacturer dealing with high production costs for low-traffic routes — this project developed a modular and standardised vehicle concept specifically tailored for regional lines to reduce costs.
If you are a transit operator dealing with low productivity on capillary lines — this project developed a system to lower OPEX per train kilometer and improve customer satisfaction through better information services.
It focuses on lowering CAPEX by replacing trackside detection and level crossing systems with wireless, energy-autonomous components, and lowering OPEX by reducing unit costs per train kilometer.
Based on available project data, the project is currently in the requirements specification and architecture phase, meaning it is not yet at full industrial scale.
Based on available project data, specific IP or licensing terms are not listed, but the project involves 31 industry partners developing new modular vehicle concepts and digital signaling.
The project period runs from 2022-12-01 to 2026-11-30.
It is designed to act as a feeder for the main core network and integrates with first and last mile services like bike-sharing, cycling, and buses.
The project is heavily industry-driven, with 31 industrial partners representing 60% of the 52-member consortium. This strong industrial presence, coordinated by Faiveley Transport SAS, suggests a high focus on commercial viability and practical application across 11 European countries.
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