Asset Services

Certification and homologation services ensure that rolling stock, components and infrastructure meet national and international safety, quality and interoperability standards. These services include testing, documentation, technical assessments and approvals required for market entry and operation across different rail networks. Suppliers in this category support manufacturers and operators with conformity assessments, CE marking, ECM certification, and compliance with standards such as TSI, EN, UIC and ISO.

Complete vehicle testing covers the validation and verification of entire rolling stock units prior to certification or entry into service. This includes performance testing, brake tests, dynamic behaviour, noise and vibration testing, emissions and energy consumption analysis, as well as onboard systems integration. Suppliers in this category support OEMs, operators and leasing companies in ensuring safety, reliability and regulatory compliance across diverse operating conditions.

Component testing and diagnostics ensure the performance, safety and longevity of individual parts and subsystems used in rolling stock and railway infrastructure. This includes mechanical, electrical and environmental testing, fatigue analysis, non-destructive testing (NDT) and failure diagnostics. Suppliers in this category support manufacturers, maintainers and operators in verifying quality, troubleshooting faults and meeting regulatory standards.

Design services in the rail sector cover the development of new rolling stock, system components and railway infrastructure, as well as the redesign and modernisation of existing assets. This includes concept design, CAD modelling, ergonomics, aerodynamics, structural analysis and compliance with safety and accessibility standards. Suppliers in this section support operators, OEMs and infrastructure managers with tailored design and engineering expertise.

Suppliers in this category provide engineering services to the railway sector, supporting projects across infrastructure, rolling stock and systems. Their offerings include engineering consultancy, technical documentation, failure analysis and design validation, as well as asset assessments such as wheel profile measurements, rail contact fatigue analysis and geometry measurements. These services help ensure safety, compliance and performance throughout the asset lifecycle.

Logistics and cargo handling services for the rail sector include the transport of rolling stock, rail components and infrastructure materials. Suppliers in this category offer multimodal transport solutions, customs support and specialist equipment for loading and unloading large or sensitive rail assets. Services may also cover end-to-end project logistics for rail construction and maintenance operations.

Procurement services in the rail sector support operators, manufacturers and infrastructure companies in sourcing the components, systems and services they need. These suppliers assist with supplier selection, contract management, cost optimisation and compliance. This category includes companies that specialise in railway-specific procurement, helping clients navigate supply chain challenges and streamline purchasing.

Research and testing services in the rail sector ensure that components, systems and technologies meet required standards before commercial deployment. This includes laboratory testing, field trials, prototyping, validation and verification of performance, safety and durability. The suppliers in this section support innovation and compliance across rolling stock, infrastructure and signalling.