SMART RAILWAY MARKET ANALYSIS

Key Developments

• In November 2023, Siemens Mobility, a prominent leader in intelligent transport solutions and a subsidiary of Siemens AG, unveiled its first electric Mireo Smart train at its factory in Krefeld, Germany. Designed primarily for regional and commuter rail operators, this new train is a key part of the company's strategy to meet the growing demand for sustainable rolling stock solutions. The Mireo Smart aims to enhance operational efficiency and environmental sustainability in the rail sector.
• In September 2023, Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (ALE), a leading provider of communications and networking solutions, partnered with Nokia to support the Grand Paris Express, one of Europe's largest metro rail projects. This ambitious initiative involves the construction of 200 kilometers of new rail, adding four new lines (15, 16, 17, and 18) around Paris and extending the existing Line 14. The partnership aims to deliver certified and integrated end-to-end mission-critical infrastructure, featuring a Nokia advanced multi-service IP/MPLS high-speed backbone network designed to meet all operational and maintenance requirements for the Grand Paris Express.
• In June 2023, Huawei Technologies, a global leader in ICT solutions, launched four Intelligent OptiX innovative practices of F5.5G, targeting smart homes, small and micro enterprises, smart manufacturing, and metro networks. Utilizing Huawei's Alps-WDM technology, China Unicom Chongqing has developed metro networks with optimal total cost of ownership (TCO). The Alps-WDM has significantly enhanced the single-wavelength rate from 10G to 100G at integrated access sites, facilitating efficient bandwidth management and supporting the demand for high-speed connectivity.
• In May 2023, Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu), a key player in Japan's extensive rail network and part of the Japan Railway Group, announced its plan to issue NFTs on the Astar Network, a multichain smart contract platform, in collaboration with PRO Co. Ltd. This initiative aims to provide sponsors with secure, real-time access to all clinical documentation throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. JR Kyushu, which also engages in bus transportation, freight services, hospitality, and other related sectors, seeks to enhance customer engagement and transparency in the management of its services.