From technical milestones to partnership highlights, the Flagship and Exploratory Projects continue to drive forward...

Results Published in November 2024
Description of metrics and methodology used for assessment of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) achievements and impact Nowadays, rail traffic is managed at national (or even regional) scales, with little digitisation and integration at the European level. The Flagship...
EU-Rail October 2024 Newsletter: Strengthening Partnerships and Accelerating Innovation in European Rail
EU-Rail’s October 2024 newsletter has just been released, presenting updates in European rail research, policy, and collaboration. A central focus is the Call for Associated Members, an opportunity for new partners to engage in shaping rail innovation for...
Results Published in October 2024
Use cases for planned technical developments of the project DOWNLOAD HERE Description: The Flagship Project 1 (FP1) MOTIONAL aims to create seamless connectivity between different rail systems across Europe, fostering the development of a Single European Railway Area....
Driving Change: Women Leading the Way in Rail Towards a Sustainable Future
Placing people at the heart of the rail sector’s evolution is key to shaping a sustainable future. Despite women comprising over 50% of rail passengers, they represent only about 20% of the rail workforce in the EU and only a fraction are train drivers. On 23...
Satellite positioning set to enhance train localisation
As Europe’s railways expand, their safety and efficiency depend increasingly on knowing every train’s position. Traditional train detection systems rely on devices mounted along the rails, such as track circuits and axle counters. Trains also communicate their track...