Electrification Categories
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Cables & Wiring
Cables and wiring form the electrical backbone of railway infrastructure, connecting components across control, signalling, electrification and communication systems. Suppliers in this category offer power cables, data cables, control wiring and accessories designed for durability, electromagnetic compatibility and compliance with rail standards.
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Catenary Equipment / OLE
Catenary equipment, also known as overhead line equipment (OLE), delivers electrical power to trains via wires suspended above the track. These systems include contact wires, droppers, insulators, tensioning devices and support structures. Suppliers in this category provide design, installation and maintenance services for AC and DC overhead electrification systems used on mainline and high-speed railways.
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Complete AC & DC Electrification Systems
Complete electrification systems for both alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) networks, including substations, transformers, rectifiers, switchgear, and protection equipment. Suppliers in this category offer end-to-end solutions for mainline, metro, and high-speed rail networks, covering system design, integration, installation, and maintenance.
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Electrical Safety Systems
Electrical safety systems protect rail infrastructure, equipment and personnel from electrical faults and hazards. These solutions include surge protection devices, circuit breakers, grounding systems, insulation materials and electromagnetic shielding for components such as transformers, cables and switchgear. Suppliers in this category offer systems that ensure electrical reliability and safety compliance across rail networks.
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Modular Components
Modular components are pre-engineered units used in railway electrification and infrastructure to enable faster, more flexible installation and maintenance. These include modular substations, switchgear assemblies, cable troughs and pre-fabricated enclosures. Suppliers in this category offer scalable, factory-tested solutions that reduce installation time, improve safety and support system upgrades.
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Power Supply · Distribution
Power supply and distribution systems deliver and manage electrical power across railway networks, from substations to trackside equipment and on-board systems. These solutions include transformers, switchgear, cabling and load control systems. Suppliers in this category provide the infrastructure and technology needed to ensure consistent, efficient and safe power delivery for rail operations.
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Rail Power Supplies
Rail power supplies provide electrical power to signalling equipment, control systems and other trackside infrastructure. These units ensure consistent voltage and backup support for critical operations, including interlockings, point machines and level crossing protection. Suppliers in this category offer AC and DC power supply systems, battery backups and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units tailored for railway applications.
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Railway Power Lines · Cables
Railway power lines and cables transmit electrical energy across the network, supplying power to trains, signalling systems and infrastructure. These may be installed overhead, trackside or underground depending on the application. Suppliers in this category provide high- and low-voltage power cables, connectors, support structures and related components designed for safe and reliable rail electrification.
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Substations · Transformers · Rectifiers
Substations, transformers and rectifiers are critical components in railway electrification systems, used to convert and regulate electrical power for safe and efficient distribution. Substations manage voltage levels, transformers step power up or down, and rectifiers convert AC to DC for third rail and metro systems. Suppliers in this category provide complete power conversion and control solutions tailored to mainline, urban and depot environments.
Electrification News
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Hamburg Installation Showcases Versatility of ARCOsystem
A recent rail project in Hamburg, Germany highlighted the capability and flexibility of ARCOsystem to handle demanding installations.
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North Manchester MP Visits British Cables Company
Graham Stringer, MP for Blackley and Broughton, recently visited British Cables Company following the company’s significant business gains.
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Tallysman® Introduces Embedded Full-Band GNSS Helical Antenna
Tallysman® Wireless Inc. announces the addition of its first full-band GNSS antenna to its industry-leading line of Helical antennas.
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Plasser & Theurer: Shaping the Digitalisation of Railways with EuProGigant
Plasser & Theurer is actively involved in the EuProGigant project alongside other industrial companies, universities, and software companies…
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Deutsche Bahn Completes First Long-Term, Cross-Border Green Energy Contract
Deutsche Bahn continues to ramp up its green power supply by completing its first cross-border, long-term green electricity contract.
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Skeleton Technologies Wins SET4FUTURE Innovation Award 2021
Skeleton Technologies has been chosen as one of the three winners of the SET4FUTURE Innovation Awards 2021.
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Innovate UK and DfT Fund Project to Electrify Rail Freight Terminals
A prototype electrified rail freight terminal is to receive funding from Innovate UK and the Department for Transport.
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What Does the UK Government's Decarbonising Transport Plan Say about Rail?
The UK government has published its Decarbonising Transport plan, in which it also lays out how it will decarbonise rail by 2050.
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Design Flexibility Improved – New intreXis Potential-Free DC-OK Signal
The new potential-free DC-OK signal improves design flexibility and increases the competitiveness of the successful intreXis converters.
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Skeleton’s Ultracapacitors Chosen by CAF Power and Automation
Skeleton Technologies have signed a contract with CAF Power & Automation, to supply ultracapacitors powered by CAF P&A’s OESS-s.
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ODX-3000: 3000W High-Power DC/AC Inverter
Premium´s ODX-3000 is a three phase 3000VA DC/AC inverter series available for railway applications, complying with the EN50155 standard and…
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Skeleton Product Range Doubles with New Modules and Ultracapacitor
Skeleton Technologies announce new additions to their product portfolio with three modules and cells including the SCH3400 ultracapacitor.
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Connectivity to Sustainability – the Future of Rail Looks Different
Cummins explores three ways in which the rail industry’s near future will be different: Connectivity, Power Systems and Sustainability.
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DB to Use New Fibre-Optic Cables That Don't Require Cable Troughs
DB and partners have developed new fibre-optic cables that can be laid directly in the ground without the need for cable troughs.
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Why ARCOSYSTEM® Is the Benchmark Cable Management System
ARCOSYSTEM® is a lightweight and versatile elevated cable management system with support structure and bracketry made from galvanised steel.
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Scottish Government Unveils Levenmouth Rail Link Plans
Scotland's Levenmouth rail link to be double tracked and electrified says Scottish Government Transport Minister Graeme Dey.
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British Cables Company Gains Agreement with Network Rail
British Cables Company (BCC) has gained a 5-year framework agreement to supply a range of specialist cables to Network Rail.
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UK Government Announces Railway Funding for the North and Midlands
The UK government has announced a significant railway funding boost for the north and Midlands valued at 401m GBP.
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Significant Signalling Power Supply Failure Avoided Using CableGuardian
Viper Innovations’ CableGuardian system was called into action by Network Rail Engineers on the West Coast Mainline.
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Loss of Power Equals Loss of Data? Not with the intreXis DC Power Manager
With four main functions, the DC Power Manager from intreXis offers fail-safe operation for uninterrupted power supplies.
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Case Study: Delivering Bespoke Elevated Cable Management
PACE Infrastructure Solutions were contracted to provide a bespoke elevated cable management system for a London Bridge Thameslink project.
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DB Engineering & Consulting Wins Contract for Bad Kleinen Curve
DB Engineering & Consulting has won the tender for constructing part of the line upgrade between Lübeck and Schwerin in Northern Germany.
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DC/DC Converters PCMDS150 for Rolling Stock Applications
The DC/DC converters series PCMDS150 from MTM Power® are specially designed for supplying closed sub-systems in rolling stock applications.
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Rail Baltica Selects Electrification Partner for 870km High-Speed Line
RB Rail AS has chosen its energy engineer for the electrification of the 870km international high-speed Rail Baltica line.
