UIC - International union of railways #UICrail

UIC publishes its 2022 Activity Report. In its activity report, UIC looks back on the year 2022, which marks its 100th anniversary. 2022 was rich in results and progress on flagship projects for the international rail community. Beyond being the milestone of UIC’s 100th anniversary, 2022 also initiated a period of consolidation, continuity and stability. For the first time, UIC is also publishing financial figures in this report. The activity report can be found at: https://urlz.fr/nN1E

The 7th #UICrail #training on #CommuterandRegionalTrainServices, in-person, in Copenhagen 🏛️ is focused on the future of commuter and regional train services , with more than 20 rail experts 🧐🚆from all around the world and a dynamic session based on #customerexperience and future #rollingstock. This year we are glad to count on the support of Hitachi Rail, Accenture and EELISA European University among others. The programme is already online and an early bird registration is available during July 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNFzmTbW Federica Follesa, Bertrand MINARY, Jan Vávra, Andrea Giuricin, Magnus Just Hansen, Oriol Juncadella i Fortuny Bruno De Rosa, Masahiro Sawayanagi(MR), Joaquin Botella, David Sarfatti, Vanessa C. Perez Miranda, Clara Zamorano, Philippe de Laharpe, Maria Constanza Villalobos Gimeno, Marco Sacchi, Cristiano Lunghi, Fabrice MORENON, Carlos Romero, Gabriele Giustiniani, Leo Melnikov, Julie Seung Hee Rømer, Johan Rindmar

📱 In 2019, the Translate4Rail (T4R) project, funded by Shift2Rail (predecessor of the Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking) and initiated by #UICrail and RailNetEurope (RNE), began. In T4R project, a prototype tool based on pre-define messages was developed to assist train drivers and traffic controllers in communication and successfully concluded its initial phase in 2021. https://translate4rail.eu/ Parinaz Bazeghi ➡ Since then, UIC and RNE, with the support of their members, have continued to enhance and test the prototype in various use cases. 💡 On May 28, 2024, the T4RAIL IT-SI project, led by Rete Ferroviaria Italiana and co-financed by the EU under the Interreg Italy-Slovenia programme, was launched. The aim is to test the tool between Italy and Slovenia. This marks a significant milestone as Translate4Rail prototype undergoes operational testing. UIC and RNE support the project and extend our best wishes to members of the project. https://lnkd.in/ebX-BUSQ

📢 Extended Deadline to July 26! ⏰ Submit your abstract for the 7th UIC World Congress on Rail Training (WCRT 2025) 📌 We're excited to announce an extension to the abstract submission deadline for the 7th UIC WCRT! To accommodate more voices and ensure a diverse range of perspectives, you now have until July 26, 2024 to submit your abstract. 💡 Taking place on a hybrid mode at Southwest Jiaotong University in Chengdu, China (https://lnkd.in/eWiy42wG), from April 9-11, 2025, the WCRT 2025 welcomes abstracts on a wide range of topics related to railway training: ✔ Revolutionise Training with Tech: Explore how AI, VR, and other emerging technologies are transforming training delivery. ✔ Build a Future-Ready Workforce: Discover strategies for developing adaptable and skilled employees who can thrive in a rapidly changing industry. ✔ Safety and Health First & Sustainability Always: Delve into best practices for safety training, fatigue mitigation, and mental health awareness programs. ✔ Unlock the Power of Diversity & Inclusion: Learn how to attract, integrate, and retain a diverse and thriving workforce for a more successful railway industry. 👉 Join the conversation and be part of the solution! 👉 Submit your abstract and join the congress from anywhere in the world. Whether you can travel to Chengdu, China, or prefer to participate remotely, the WCRT offers both in-person and virtual attendance options: https://wcrt.uic.org/   #WCRT2025 #RailTraining #WorldCongress #TalentDevelopment #TrainingTechnology Meryem CLOT, Yuke LI, Miguel Faro Viana, Joep Von Berg, Alenka Dodig, Vito Pagliarisi, Barbara Grau, Arpad Domjan, Andrew Russell, @XIN Ling

📢 Save the date: #UICrail is pleased to invite you to a safety webinar on "Resilient Railways" to be held online on 5 November 2024 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM CET. Francisco Cabrera Jerónimo, ISABELLE FONVERNE 🌪 Climate change is one of the greatest challenges facing humankind this century. Companies in naturally exposed regions could see a significant share of their capital destroyed if natural hazards and disasters materialize or increase, especially in the long run. 💡 UIC is committed to improving the sector’s resilience to climate change and will lead a number of projects to this end. The webinar will focus on how to maintain safety performance against climate change and natural hazards. 👉 More information to come and registration here: https://lnkd.in/eSCQxQRF Don't miss this opportunity to learn and discuss how to strengthen the resilience of our railways against the growing threats posed by climate change. #ResilientRailways #ClimateChange #RailwaySafety #SafetyFirst #SustainableTransport

📢 Save the date ! The way to FRMCS: 3rd UIC Global FRMCS Conference 🚅 📅 19 to 20 November 2024 📍 UIC headquarters, Paris UIC invites you to its 3rd Global FRMCS Conference to be held from 19 to 20 November 2024 at the UIC headquarters in Paris.   The Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) has entered an accelerated phase of development, with the finalisation of the UIC V2 Specifications ongoing, as well as preparations being underway for the Morane 2 project in Europe, alongside initial FRMCS initiatives outside Europe.   The global FRMCS Programme is making significant progress, and it is now clear that FRMCS will be the next major “big development” over the next decade for the entire railway system, in all four corners of the world.   With its crucial mission of enabling and facilitating digitalisation, FRMCS will pave the way to train modernisation, improving security, punctuality, services and capacity.   Over this two-day event, you will receive a complete overview of the various components of the FRMCS Programme, while also having the opportunity to network with the industry leaders who are making FRMCS a reality.🤝   🔗 You can register here: https://uicfrmcs.org/ #FRMCS #RailwayInnovation  

UIC 104th General Assembly held in Lisbon: ✔A newly elected Chair, Alan Beroud, President of the Management Board & CEO of PKP S.A. ✔A review of 2024’s achievements so far and future plans emphasising a strong assessment of UIC's added value 📇 All information related to this General Assembly is available in our press release here: https://lnkd.in/evrVPcY7 All thanks from the UIC go to the Portuguese railways CP - Comboios de Portugal, EPE for their welcome and hospitality

[UIC General Assembly] François DAVENNE highlights UIC's solid value perception and notable milestones. The More Trains campaign and the study “Bridging the Rail Finance Gap” underscore UIC's proactive approach to industry challenges. UIC's commitment to global railway standards and innovation is evident in the delivery of FRMCS V2 drafts and the coordination of the MORANE 2 testing program. The organization's influence extends globally, with intensified standardization efforts in the Asia-Pacific Region and the successful UIC digital conference in Yaoundé. Looking forward, UIC is preparing for the World Congress on High-Speed Rail in Beijing 2025, anticipating broad participation and fostering technical advancements and partnerships. Regional empowerment is a key focus, with the establishment of Regional Competence Hubs and strategic partnerships with the African Union and African Development Bank Group. UIC is also preparing for COP29 Azerbaijan with initiatives on the Transport and Energy Nexus and developing guidelines for carbon finance, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and innovation in the railway sector. #Governance

📢 [UIC General Assembly] Dr Alan Beroud, President of the Management Board & CEO of PKP S.A., was formally elected as UIC Chair and will serve for the remainder of the mandate until 31 December 2025. Dr Beroud expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to lead UIC, emphasising his commitment to continuing the effective leadership demonstrated by PKP and Mr Krzysztof Mamiński during challenging times. 🤝 Dr Alan Beroud's vision for UIC centres on fostering #solidarity, #unity, and #partnership among its members. He will be committed to being deeply involved in the ongoing work and activities of the organisation in strategic areas, such as: ⏩ #FRMCS – system which is undoubtedly an important topic for the entire organisation, ⏩ #OSDM based ticketing system – a tool which represents a significant step forward in rail distribution and enabling multi-modal ecosystems, ⏩ #Research and development area, which remains absolutely crucial for UIC activities, ⏩ Strengthening interregional #cooperation is another critical goal, aiming to unify efforts across UIC regions to achieve comprehensive railway development objectives, ⏩ #Sustainability, by advocating for railways to play a pivotal role in decarbonising transportation and promoting sustainable mobility solutions globally. 📄 Biography: Dr Alan Beroud was appointed by the Minister of Infrastructure of the Republic of Poland as the President of the Management Board – CEO of the Polish State Railways (PKP S.A.) and the head of the PKP Group as of March 29th. Alan Beroud is an accomplished manager with extensive experience, particularly in the railway industry. Since 2019, he has served as the President of the Management Board of the railway operator SKM, where he implemented key programmes aimed at increasing the energy efficiency of vehicles and railway infrastructure. Dr Beroud also harbours broad experience in railway investment projects and strategic project management in the fields of railways, construction, and energy. He has overseen and executed international projects in these areas in global markets. He graduated in law from the University of Warsaw and in energy engineering from the Silesian University of Technology. He holds a PhD degree from the Institute of Security and Computer Science at the University of Krakow, an EMBA title for the energy sector (University of Gdańsk in cooperation with Aix En Provence), and a Master of Project Management from George Washington University in the USA. He has also completed additional trainings and courses at Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Tsinghua University. hashtag #governance

📢 [UIC General Assembly]  Dr Pedro Duarte Silva, on behalf of Secretary of State for Mobility of Portugal, Cristina Pinto Dias opened the 104th General Assembly held in Lisboa and highlighted the importance of the UIC's role in developing an efficient, safe and sustainable railway system, both at regional and global level. 💡 He stressed that railways are pivotal in shifting from individual to public transport. Moreover, railways are key in our journey towards decarbonizing the transport system, aligning with our shared #sustainability goals. While passenger services are crucial, the government sees tremendous growth potential on the #freight side. 📌 He noted that Portugal is making significant investments to unlock the full potential of its railway system by 2030, including the modernization of two international #corridors and the acquisition of new urban, interregional, and #highspeed trains. 👉 He expressed confidence that the Assembly's collective efforts would strengthen the railway sector and increase public transport usage. #governance