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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British Rail Industry: Rail Decarbonisation Not Possible without Electrification
Why Rail Electrification: the UK rail industry has written an open letter to government to urge for a rolling programme of electrification.
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Efficient and Easy Elevated Troughing with ARCOsystem
Discover why ARCOsystem cable management was the ideal choice for a challenging railway elevated troughing installation project.
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Network Rail Approves Tier 1 and 2 Trials for Bender UK Rail Signalling Power Protection System
Network Rail has approved Bender UK’s RS4 Rail Signalling Power Protection system for Tier 1 and 2 live trial installations.
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HS2 High-Voltage Power Supply Systems Suppliers Shortlisted
HS2 Ltd has published its shortlist of companies it has asked to tender for the high-speed railway's high-voltage power supply systems.
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150 W Power Supplies for Use in Industrial and Railway Applications
The AC/DC modules of the series PCMAT150 S24 from MTM Power® are suitable as a decentralised power supply for railway applications.
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The Railway-News Magazine Issue 1 2021 Is Here!
We've published our first issue of 2021 with a new, intuitive look and more interactive features such as embedded videos.
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Pinpointing Core to Earth Faults for a Safer Rail Network
Bender’s Rail Signalling Power Monitoring systems have been the principal method of tracking and locating faults on railways for two decades…
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The German Centre for Rail Transport Research during the European Year of Rail 2021
The German Centre for Rail Transport Research (DZSF) has a positive outlook on its activities during the European Year of Rail.
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New nVent Rail World: How nVent Rail Products Work Together
New nVent Virtual Rail World: Visit nVent’s Rail Environment to learn more about several nVent rail products.
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Using Electrification and Technology to Support Rail Decarbonisation Vision
Working together to Target Zero: How Can Rail Innovators Contribute to Carbon Reduction? Viper Innovations demystifies.
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Advanced ARCOsystem Installation Method, Saving Time and Money
A new installation technique has made ARCOsystem, CCS' leading elevated cable management product, quicker and more cost-effective to deliver…
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Socomec Awarded Highest EcoVadis Certification Medal
Socomec has been awarded the "Platinum" EcoVadis certification medal, remaining among the top 1% of the world's 45,000 best rated companies.
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Purpose-Built Simulation Solutions
eCon Engineering has conducted a research project into dynamic simulation solutions specifically suited to catenary wires.
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Network Rail and Alstom Sign Electrification Equipment Contract
Network Rail and Alstom have signed a two-year framework contract for the supply of CLever cantilevers to electrify railway lines in the UK.
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British Steel Rail Helps Provide Sustainable Solution for £1 Billion Project
British Steel's conductor rail is set to help revolutionise rail services for passengers to and from London Waterloo.
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Siemens Mobility Signs MoU to Build Egypt's First High-Speed Rail System
Siemens Mobility has signed a memorandum of understanding for the construction of 1,000km of high-speed rail lines in Egypt.
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Alstom Supplies Ground-Charging Technology to Turkish Tramway
Alstom has deployed its ground-charging technology for the Eminonu-Alibeykoy tramway in Istanbul, Turkey, 9km of which opened on 1 Jan 2021.
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Bombardier Wins Finch West Light Rail Transit Contract in Toronto
Bombardier will maintain the rail vehicle fleet and wayside track and overhead line assets for a Toronto light rail project for 30 years.
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Widespread Dismay over National Infrastructure Commission HS2 Proposals
The National Infrastructure Commission has published its Rail Needs Assessment report, causing widespread dismay over possible cuts to HS2.
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Estonia's Rail Network to Be Fully Electrified
Estonia's rail infrastructure manager Esti Raudtee has awarded a contract to electrify the country's rail network to a Spanish JV.
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nVent Introduces New SCHROFF Brand Website
nVent, a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, has introduced a redesigned SCHROFF website.
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Performance, Redefined: The New 1500 VDC Flat-Battery Start Unit
Introducing the new 1500 VDC flat-battery start unit, offering remarkable power density, reliability and surge robustness.
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Experts in Advanced Reliable Electrical Connections
Stäubli electrical connections for high-power transmission in train applications, electrification of railway lines and data & signal transmi…
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Network Rail Grants Full Acceptance for CableGuardian®
Network Rail approves Viper Innovations CableGuardian® for AC electrified routes making the system fully approved across Network Rail region…
