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FP5 – DACtiVate

Hybrid Coupler Integration – Status Update Work Package 3

Hybrid Coupler Integration – Status Update Work Package 3

Within the framework of the Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking, the FP5-DACtiVate Work Package 3 is advancing the practical application of interoperable systems developed under FP5-TRANS4M-R. The focus lies on integrating a Digital Automatic Coupler (DAC) and a Consist...
New tough tests for the digital freight trains of the future

New tough tests for the digital freight trains of the future

The FP5-DACtiVate project is gearing up with new tests. Through advanced derailment tests and the evaluation of the new Mix and Match solution in Germany, important steps are being taken towards the digitised railway of the future. Coupler manufacturers and other key...
Flagship Area 5 – Joint Final Event SAVE-THE-DATE

Flagship Area 5 – Joint Final Event SAVE-THE-DATE

The projects FP5-TRANS4M-R, FP5-DACtiVate and DACFIT will organize a joint final event at the end of this year to present their achievements and give an outlook on what’s to come. !!! Save-the-date !!! 17.11.2026, DB Museum Nürnberg !!! Save-the-date !!! Updates...
Public Kickoff Slides available for download

Public Kickoff Slides available for download

Our kickoff slides are available for download! During the kickoff a general overview of the project goals and objectives was provided and all Work Packages presented their specific tasks and how they are contributing towards the project goals. As the project continues...
Public Kickoff Slides available for download

FP5-DACtiVate Public Project Kickoff Slides

The project FP5-DACtiVate organized a Kickoff meeting on April 29th 2025. Besides a general overview of the project goals and objectives, all six Work Packages presented their specific tasks and how they are contributing towards the project goals. The slides shown in...

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