Author Archives: Artur Tänna

January 15, 2020

Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (FCH JU) published its Call for Proposals 2020 that among other topics includes funding opportunities for project ideas in the area of hydrogen trains. Last year Shift2Rail and FCH JU launched a “Study on the use of fuel cells and hydrogen in the railway environment” assessing the use of FCH technology in different rail applications. With the FCH Call for Proposals 2020 it is now possible to get funding for…

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January 8, 2020

Projects worth 146.6 million will be funded under the Shift2Rail Joint Undertaking (S2R JU) 2020 Call for Proposals for Research & Innovation activities, within the framework of the S2R Annual Work Plan 2020. The application period is now open and submissions will be accepted until 21 April 2020. Read the full press release here

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December 18, 2019

Rail transportation has the potential to be a key element in addressing a number of challenges facing today’s society. In particular, a significant shift from road to rail transportation can become a central component in the fight against climate change, a challenge specifically acknowledged in the EC long-term vision for the economy. In order to achieve this objective, the rail industry must acquire more market attractiveness. Uptake of innovative technologies will enable integration into emerging…

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December 4, 2019

Main Benefits Whole system modelling approach Switch and Crossing sensor system to extend operational lifespan Enhanced track design solutions through predictive analyses The infrastructure that we depend upon for a comfortable and reliable train ride is often unnoticed by the average passenger, however, rail tracks plus switches and crossings play a crucial role in the overall availability of the transportation network. Innovative work is being realized across these important building blocks.  The Challenge To ensure…

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December 3, 2019

Can’t make it to our Info Day in Brussels on 10 December about our new 2020 Call? Read on for other Info Days you may be able to join instead! Regional Information Days on the Shift2Rail Call for Proposals 2020 will give valuable information about our upcoming funding opportunity as well as R&I results arising from the Programme so far to interested participants in Berlin, Paris, Jerusalem and Ankara. These Info Days offer a great…

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November 28, 2019

Experts working on Shift2Rail-funded projects on R&I for digital services presented their final results during an event that took place on 5 November in Brussels. The conference clustered results from ATTRACkTIVE and Co-ACTIVE – Shift2Rail projects working on seamless door-to-door travel for all citizens in Europe. Participants had the opportunity to find out more about how Shift2Rail aims to offer more intuitive and engaging travel experiences to rail customers. The main topics included travel shopping,…

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