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Sponsors and Partners

Event Partners

Ansaldo STS

Ansaldo STS is an international leading technology company operating in the global Railway & Mass Transit Transportation businesses.

With over 150 years of history and proven successes worldwide, from Signalling systems to complete Turnkey Solutions, Ansaldo STS delivers efficiently the most reliable and safe systems of any size and complexity around  the world. 
 
Ansaldo STS operates through two Business Units “Transportation Solutions” and “Signalling” as a technology System Integrator, Signalling provider, Lead Contractor and Operator.
 
Ansaldo STS provides turnkey solutions covering the following services:
  • Project financing
  • Design, Build, Finance and Operate (DBFO)
  • Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT)
  • Design, Build, Operate and Maintain (DBOM)
  • System integration
  • Track works
  • Traction electrification
  • Vehicles
  • Security
  • Ticketing
  • Operation
  •  Maintenance
 
Ansaldo STS is leading and pioneering the global rail business, introducing and deploying high technologies like High Speed, ERTMS, PTC, CBTC, Driverless metro, etc, with a constant focus on safety, reliability, interoperability and performance. Ansaldo STS is a Finmeccanica group company and employs more than 4,300 experts present in 28 countries. 

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Event Lead Sponsors

Alstom

Alstom is a global leader in rail transportation technology with more than 100 years of experience in the U.S. market and the industry's widest range of equipment, services and technology offerings for transit and freight systems. We offer the first  Federal Railroad Administration type-approved Positive Train Control solution in North America, and the only one with over ten years of revenue service on America’s busiest rail corridor. Alstom’s proven ACSES PTC technology, systems integration capabilities and unwavering commitment to safety make Alstom the provider to help customers meet the mandate for PTC deployment.

The microWIU is Alstom’s latest PTC innovation. A compact, stand-alone vital Wayside Interface Unit (WIU), the microWIU offers a low-cost, scalable solution for monitoring vital input sources as part of a complete PTC network. The technology behind the microWIU, and Alstom’s full suite of PTC wayside solutions, is based on proven safety-focused design principles, which enable Alstom to provide robust, scalable and reliable PTC products.

 At Alstom, we are shaping the future.

Bombardier

Bombardier Transportation, the global leader in rail technology, offers the broadest portfolio in the rail industry and delivers innovative products and services that set new standards in sustainable mobility. Bombardier Transportation is headquartered in Berlin, Germany and has a presence in over 60 countries. It has an installed base of over 100,000 vehicles worldwide.  

Bombardier is also committed to driving energy efficiency with our ECO4 portfolio to create a new formula for total train performance. BOMBARDIER ECO4 technologies – built on the four cornerstones of energy, efficiency, economy and ecology – conserve energy, protect the environment and help to improve total train performance.

Our Division Rail Control Solutions is a global leader in delivering state-of-the-art, safe rail control solutions. From high density mass transit systems to intercity, or long distance passenger and freight operations, from cross-border solutions to regional and low density industrial lines, Bombardier’s highly proven signalling  solutions have been installed in over 50 countries and are adaptable to suit all needs.

Our comprehensive signalling portfolio comprises BOMBARDIER CITYFLO mass transit and BOMBARDIER INTERFLO main line solutions including our proven ERTMS technology. We remain at the forefront of signalling technology development, including the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS), which enables trains to run more efficiently and cross international borders safely without having to change the locomotive or the driver. 

With a reputation for delivering excellent levels of service and performance, Bombardier has earned its place as one of the top providers of signalling systems worldwide.

Invensys Rail

Invensys Rail, the new name for Westinghouse Rail Systems, is at the heart of many of the world’s largest and most complex rail infrastructure projects.  From London to Glasgow, Malaga to Vancouver and from Singapore to Oslo, the company’s proven signalling and train control solutions have been specified for both green field and upgrade programmes, enabling operators to efficiently manage and control complex mass transit and mainline networks. 

Developed to meet a wide range of applications, Invensys Rail’s recently-launched Modular Signalling approach provides railway operators with the means of achieving cost-effective performance - reducing both capital and operational costs.  Based on well established WESTRACE interlocking technology, this modular solution enables any signalling scheme to be implemented from a small range of core components and is ideally suited to re-signalling schemes for secondary or rural lines. 
 
Safety is fundamental to everything we do at Invensys Rail, and our protection systems have been developed to deliver the highest standards.  Solutions include FUTUR – for ERTMS Level 1 and Level 2 applications - as well as distance-to-go-radio (DTG-R) and communications-based train control (CBTC) systems, all of which are in successful operation in applications throughout the globe. 

THALES

Thales is a global technology leader for the Defence & Security and the Aerospace & Transport markets. In 2009, the company generated revenues of EUR 12.9 billion with 68,000 employees in 50 countries. With its 22,500 engineers and researchers, Thales has a unique capability to design, develop and deploy equipment, systems and services that meet the most complex security requirements. Thales has an exceptional international footprint, with operations around the world working with customers as local partners. Thales is a world leading supplier of cutting-edge railway signaling solutions for main line and urban rail which guarantee the safe, reliable and convenient transport of passengers and freight. Thales has widespread, international experience in all aspects of control and safety technology, network integration and corresponding services concerning technical operations and maintenance. The product portfolio includes, among others, the following solutions: • AlTrac for interoperable train control also comprising ETCS solutions (European Train Control System),• LockTrac for train routing, also including the leading electronic interlockings from Thales together with field equipment and • NetTrac for network management, disposition and control.Thales provides turnkey solutions that increase performance and line capacity while reducing operating, maintenance and infrastructure costs. Thales' goal is to be its customers long-term partner to help them address major challenges for continual growth. 

Siemens

The Mobility Division (Berlin, Germany) of Siemens is the internationally leading provider of transportation and logistics solutions. With "Complete mobility", the Division is focused on networking the various modes of transportation in order to ensure the efficient and environmentally compatible transport of people and goods. "Complete mobility" targets the goal of sustainability and combines the company's competence in operations control systems for railways and traffic control systems for roadways together with solutions for airport and postal logistics, railway electrification, rolling stock for mass transit, regional and mainline services, as well as turnkey systems and forward-looking service concepts. With around 25,000 employees worldwide Siemens Mobility posted sales of EUR6.5 billion in fiscal year 2010 (ended September 30).

 
At the Business Unit Rail Automation (Berlin, Germany) round about 6,000 staff members worldwide are engaged in the development and production of equipment, systems and installations for safe and efficient operations management of mass transit and mainline rail transport. The rail automation portfolio ranges from operations control system, diagnostic and service systems, remote control systems, rail communication systems as well as electronic interlockings and automatic train control systems to signals, switch operating systems, track vacancy detection systems, grade-crossing protection as well as locating equipment. The portfolio includes the full scope of ETCS solutions for Level 1 and 2. Trainguard – Siemens scalable integrated package solution for ETCS  – enables maximum migratability, low operating costs and system expandability. It ensures maximum efficiency, flexibility and low life-cycle costs for environmentally friendly rail operations. Furthermore the Business Unit offers complete solutions from consulting and planning to supply, commissioning and service, enabling us to provide convincing rail systems for operators all over the world within the shortest space of time. All solutions are optimally tailored to customer requirements.

GE Transportation

Established more than 100 years ago, GE Transportation, a unit of General Electric Company, is a global technology leader and supplier to the railroad, marine, drilling and mining and winds industries. It provides freight and passenger locomotives, signaling and communications systems, information technology solutions, marine engines, motorized drive systems for mining trucks and drills, high-quality replacement parts and value added services. Since its inception, GE Transportation has been at the forefront of many of rail’s most storied accomplishments. The most recent is the Evolution® Locomotive, which was designed to be the most technologically advanced, fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly diesel locomotive to ever put power to the rails.

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Associate Sponsors

Esterel Technologies

Founded in 1999, Esterel Technologies is the leading provider of criticalembedded software development tools and services in the rail transportationdomain.  Esterel SCADE® solutions are used by embedded software engineers tographically design, verify, and automatically generate critical embeddedsoftware applications.  As members of the SCADE® product family, EsterelSCADE Suite® and Esterel SCADE Display® reduce time-to-deployment andcertification for critical control and embedded graphics displayapplications respectively.  Both products, with support for the fulldevelopment life-cycle, from requirements through deployment andverification are certified for critical application development.    SCADEKCG® automatic code generators have been certified by TÜV SÜD for EN 50128up to SIL 3/4 for Rail Transportation Applications.With direct presence in North America, Europe, Asia, and distributorsglobally, Esterel Technologies continues to drive advances in criticalembedded software development.

Areva TA

AREVA TA is active in systems for industries such as nuclear power and defence, which require the same utmost level of safety and security as guided transport. Its transportation activities  leverage on this know how to offer transit customers a range of products and services in state of the art CBTC interoperable systems (P301), conventional on board ATO/ATP (P201) and light rail protection.

WSP Group

WSP Groupis a global consultancy providing services to the built and natural environments.

Established in the UK in 1969 and fully listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1987, WSP has grown through strategic development into one of the largest international consultancy groups in the world employing around 9,000 staff worldwide.

Our extensive international experience in Europe, the UK, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and the Americas has been achieved through working on an array of exciting and innovative projects across more than 60 countries. We can offer an outstanding team backed by strong commercial and creative expertise, not only to meet the financial and technical aspirations of our client, but also to bring a fresh approach to the design process and innovative, sustainable solutions.

Huber+Suhner

The HUBER+SUHNER Group, based in Switzerland, is a leading international manufacturer of components and systems for electrical and optical connectivity for communication, transportation and industry. The company can draw on core competencies in the areas of radio frequency, fiber optics and low frequency. The product range includes coaxial, fiber optic and copper cables, cable systems, connectors, antennas, and lightning protection components. The company has a global presence with 18 subsidiaries and representatives in over 60 countries around the world.

HUBER+SUHNER is the leading provider of connections to the European railway market. The «Bridging our Technologies» programme is not just about conveying a message, but rather making a commitment to provide each and every customer from the railway sector with the best possible solutions using radio frequency, low frequency, and fibre optics technology, and to do so with reliable and future-oriented products and systems.

HUBER+SUHNER is certified according to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/TS 16949 and IRIS.

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Exhibitors

Moxa

Founded in 1987, Moxa Inc. today is one of the top three worldwide manufacturers of device networking solutions for industrial automation. 670 employees in Taiwan, China, US and Europe (Germany, France) ensure flexible reaction to market requirements and consistently think ahead to create innovation.

Moxa provides a broad portfolio of Ethernet networking, wireless communications, embedded computers and CCTV components specially designed for railway applications whether in rolling stock, electrification, signalling & control or station infrastructure. These products meet the specific environmental requirements and certifications such as extended temperature of operation, EN50155, EN50121 and electromagnetic compatibility. 24 years of experience in R&D and the manufacture of industrial grade electronics underline Moxa’s technical competency. 

OTN Systems

OTN Systems develops high-end multi service networks for metros, light rail systems, people movers and railways worldwide.
The Open Transport Network (OTN) is based on the latest fiber-optic technology and is the most reliable, open and easy-to-use system available on the market.
The OTN is a deterministic multi service communication backbone for CBTC, GSM-R, ERTMS, telephony, public address, passenger information systems, SCADA, LAN and CCTV that fully supports your operations. The OTN transmits all information between stations, trackside locations and the operations control room.
In addition to Ethernet and IP-based applications, legacy applications can also connect easily to the OTN.

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Media Partners

IRJ

IRJ – The World’s railway magazine. International Railway Journal – IRJ – is the world’s brightest and best international railway magazine. Covering all aspects of the world’s railways, more than 95% of IRJ’s readership of rail professionals actively requests it every year: with our impartial coverage, expert editorial team, and high-value readership, no other magazine comes close.

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The RZD-Partner

The RZD-Partner is the leading transport business edition in Russia. It has been published since 1998. The main objective of the magazine is to meet the information needs of transport market players and guide the readers through the major events and trends of the sector. RZD-Partner project includes:
• RZD-Partner magazine in Russian (circulation of 15 000 copies)
• The RZD-Partner magazine in English (circulation of 4 000 copies)
• The RZD-Partner magazine in Chinese (circulation of 4 000 copies)
• RZD-Partner.Ru and RZD-Partner.Com Information Agency"

Eurailmag

EURAILmag keeps you up to speed on all the news and events in Europe’s railway transport industry.

Developments in legislation, regulations and standards, the economic situation, advanced technologies, innovative solutions, new trends and current issues… we deliver the information in the form of technical articles and with interviews with key players in the field.

Our editorial team – comprising in-house specialists, external contributors from research institutes, operating companies, projects and initiatives, plus an extensive network of correspondents reporting on the news in the main markets in Europe – covers all the key conferences, trade fairs and congress meetings both in Europe and further afield.

Mobility - The European Public Transport Magazine

Mobilitykeeps you up to speed on all the news and events in Europe’s public transport industry.

Developments in legislation, regulations and standards, the economic situation, advanced technologies, innovative solutions, new trends and current issues… we deliver the information in the form of technical articles and with interviews with key players in the field.

Our editorial team – comprising in-house specialists, external contributors from research institutes, operating companies, projects and initiatives, plus an extensive network of correspondents reporting on the news in the main markets in Europe – covers all the key conferences, trade fairs and congress meetings both in Europe and further afield.

Redes de integracion

REDES DE INTEGRACIÓN (Integration Networks) is a new leading magazine conceived for Argentina and for the rest of the Hispanic American market. Edited, produced and distributed by the IAF (Argentine Railways Institute), it seeks to be a means of expression for the railway industry, including news on logistics, energy, communications, procurement, economics, social development, job opportunities and education, the elements that help integrate us all. Edited by a team of professional journalists, Redes de Integración is a different, open magazine aimed at policy-makers, railway professionals, government officials and academics

Via Libre - English

Vía Libre is the leading Spanish railway magazine. Every month it provides a treasure of information on a wide range of topics related to railways. It is edited by the Fundación de los Ferrocarriles Españoles, and its Editorial Committee includes representatives of all the public Spanish railway and metro companies: Renfe, Adif, the regional railway companies and all the metro companies in the country.

Vía Libre has over 15,000 subscribers and it is highly appreciated among professionals and railway enthusiasts. It is considered to be a “classic” in the railway world, its first issue having appeared in 1964. It is distributed in Spain, Europe and Latin America.

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Supporters

ALAMYS - Asociación Latinoamericana de Metros y Subterráneos

The Latin American Association of Metros and Undergrounds, ALAMYS, is constituted of official way in 1987, with the purpose of to establish a joint frame of work and interchange of experiences for the operators and authorities of urban transport by railroad of the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America.

At the moment, ALAMYS constitutes one of the main organisms of representation at international level within the sector of the urban transport by railroad, offering point of view and defending the interests of the Latin American networks

 

Storstockholms Lokaltrafik

Storstockholms Lokaltrafik has the overall responsibility for ensuring that the County of Stockholm has a well-functioning public transport system. It is SL’s responsibility to develop and find new solutions for the public transport system. It is also SL that procures the services and ensures that the contractors running these services keep to their agreements. SL is constantly working to create a cost effective public transport system of a higher quality and with a better capacity. In doing so, we hope this will lead to more and more people choosing SL instead of their cars. This would benefit the people, animals and nature of Stockholm.

IAF - Instituto Argentino de Ferrocarriles

The Argentine Railways Institute (IAF) is a professional organisation and pressure group that promotes rail transport. It undertakes research and planning projects and offers advice on the construction, development and operation of rail projects. The Institute also strives to raise the profile of the railway industry and to encourage the use of tourist trains. In addition, the IAF is an operator in Argentina through its partners the Consorcio Ferrocarril Unión Pacífico and the Consorcio Ferrocarril Deseado. The magazine REDES DE INTEGRACIÓN (Integration Networks) is the new IAF’s leading publication and is distributed internationally.

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Jason Cenamor , Sales Director
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