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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France: Nice Airport Tram Link Inaugurated with Alstom Rolling Stock
The Nice airport tram link started operating on 14 December 2018. The Nice Côte d'Azur east-west light rail extension, which connects the ci…
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Powernet Celebrates Launch of New Website
Powernet’s new website goes live as of today. The new website is visually attractive, easy to navigate and focused on the essential informat…
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Scotland: First Successful Electric Train Test Run on Stirling-Alloa Line
Network Rail has achieved a milestone in its electrification efforts. It has run its first successful electric train test run on the route b…
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Shareholders Agree to Sell Powernet International Oy to Efore Plc
Powernet shareholders and Efore Plc have signed an agreement on 21 November 2018 to sell and purchase the entire share capital of Powernet I…
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Telegärtner Presents New Metric Cable Splitters with IP68 Rating
Telegärtner presented completely reworked cable splitters for up to 48 fibres at SPS/IPC/Drives. The new splitters are extremely robust and …
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Lantech Multifunction 6-in-1 Integrated Routers Deliver the Best Solution for Onboard / Trackside Applications
Lantech Communications Global Inc. is pleased to announce a series of multifunction 6-in-1 integrated routers as the key device of their tot…
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Alstom Joint Venture to Manufacture On-Board Transformers in Kazakhstan
Alstom has said that it is launching manufacturing of on-board transformers at Electrovoz Kurastyru Zauyty (EKZ), a joint venture between Tr…
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Zonegreen Assures Worker Safety at Willesden Depot
The Sheffield-based engineers have installed an interlocking system that prevents personnel and equipment entering dangerous areas and comin…
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Double-Security STATYS XS Switching Technology from Socomec – High Availability Guaranteed
It is now possible to design-in availability, in part as a result of developments in switching technology that now deliver solutions geared …
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The Rail Distribution Box – Train Approved FO Splice Box
In rough conditions, occurring in industrial or outdoor areas, high quality fiber optical connections are needed despite the mechanical and …
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intreXis AG to Showcase Revolutionary DC-DC Converters at InnoTrans
From 18-21 September InnoTrans will take place in Berlin. Visit us in Hall 17 at Stand 114 and convince yourself of the revolutionary DC-DC …
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intreXis Unveil 50W Super Flat DC-DC Converter for Railway Applications
Whatever your requirement, the new 50W super flat DC-DC converter for railway applications gives you more! Based on the latest converter tec…
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MTM Power to Present New 400W DC/DC Converters at InnoTrans 2018
For years, MTM Power®'s series PCMD400 has been a well-proven converter series, especially designed for applications in vehicle and railway …
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Charcroft Signs Exclusive UK and Ireland Distribution & Representation Agreement with NEXEYA
Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist distributor and manufacturer of electronic components for harsh and high-end applications – has s…
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RITTER Supplies Station Automation for ProRail Projects
Recently, the first station automation systems for a Traction Energy Prevention Project from ProRail were delivered. It concerns two so-call…
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Charcroft Signs UK Distribution Agreement with Euroquartz Ltd
Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist distributor and manufacturer of electronic components for harsh and high-end applications – has s…
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Telegaertner Data Cables for Railway Applications
Data cables from Telegärtner meets the increased requirements for fire protection systems in rail vehicles. This has been successfully teste…
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TE Connectivity Unveil New M12 Cable Assemblies for Rail
TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, has extended its modular twisted pair cable assembly offering with new M12…
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Socomec Transfer Switches Range – AlwaysOn
Full range of Manual, Remotely Operated and Automatic Transfer Switches from 16 to 6300 Amps. From compact manual transfer switches to the e…
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Germany: Coradia iLint Receives Federal Approval for Commercial Operation
Alstom has announced that the Coradia iLint, the first passenger train in the world powered by hydrogen cells has received approval from the…
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DC/DC Converters With Contact-Cooling (BPC Technology) for Rolling Stock
Due to its rugged design, the DC/DC Converters with contact-cooling (BPC technology), it is possible to reduce the power loss via heat dissi…
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BT Cables On Track for Significant Business Growth
Over the last 12 months BT Cables, the specialist cable manufacturing division of the BT Group, has been steadfastly developing its railway …
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Charcroft Launches New Website for Harsh and High-End Applications
Charcroft Electronics Ltd., – a specialist distributor and manufacturer of electronic components for harsh and high-end applications – has l…
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New & Improved Plenum Rated LMR-LLPX Cables
Times Microwave Systems's improved LMR-LLPX series of plenum cables, which have a red fluoropolymer jacket, replaced the LMR-LLPL series.

