Trial run
China has successfully tested a new driverless freight train
Unmanned trains are not a new thing in Chinese urban rail, but in rail freight they are a novelty. China wants to use the new…
Automation and digitalisation
CargoBeamer launches automatic wagon inspection project with partners
CargoBeamer is launching a new research and development project for automatic wagon inspection in cooperation with its partners Fraunhofer IML and SGKV. The aim is…
Digital freight wagon sets out on UK trial
Leasing company VTG Rail UK and Knorr-Bremse Rail Systems have introduced Britain to what they call a digital freight wagon. The partners have unveiled an…
UK innovators take an informed look at the future of freight
Railway technology specialists 3Squared have gathered insight from the rail freight industry to help unlock the potential to transform freight operations. The Sheffield-based organisation has…
First MagRail test proves non-friction operations possible
Nevomo carried out the first test on its MagRail technology in Poland. The test was conducted on existing railway infrastructure with railway vehicles reaching a…
Can this tracking device make the difference in uncertain times?
A much promising tracking device developed by Nexxiot claims to revolutionise real-time cargo monitoring. The Nexxiot Cargo Monitor says the company can help monitor shipments…
Empowering intermodal terminals through automation
After the East West Gate terminal in Hungary and the port of Koper in Slovenia, Camco Technologies signed with Genesee & Wyoming Inc. (G&W), to…
Towards Industry 4.0 in terminals: how do AI and 5G work?
Many terminals use artificial intelligence (AI) in their operations. Simultaneously, 5G is gaining traction as a technological enabler for faster data sharing. How do these…
Congested yards or train delays: how can digitalisation help?
As more and more volumes are expected to shift to rail, rail freight operations are to become more complex. That is exactly why digitalisation of…