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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Caltrain Retires Diesel Trains Ahead of Electrified Service Launch
Caltrain has retired 32 diesel passenger cars ahead of the launch of its new electric fleet in autumn 2024.
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UK: Electric Train Tested between Manchester and Stalybridge
An electric train has completed a test run between Manchester and Stalybridge for the first time as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade.
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CCS Achieves ISO 9001 Certification
We are delighted to announce that Complete Composite Systems has been awarded ISO 9001 accreditation.
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Capitol Industrial Batteries – Where Service is Alive and Well
Whether you require batteries repaired, overhauled or replaced, Capitol are trusted and relied upon by a range of UK rail industry companies…
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Waste-Free Automatic Tying System ATS Flex Now Available
The ATS flex demonstrates HellermannTyton’s commitment to providing solutions that improve process quality and help avoid material waste.
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Network Rail Changes Standards for Signalling Power Supplies
Viper Innovations has collaborated with Network Rail to ensure the industry gains substantial benefits from the installation of CableGuardia…
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Work Faster and Safer With the Remote-Controlled Isolator
Strukton Rail Nederland, Dual Inventive, Railtech, Core-Vision and Railcenter have invented a remote-controlled isolator for overhead lines.
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Litgrid to Prepare Network for Rail Baltica Electrification
Litgrid AB, LTG Infra and RB Rail AS have signed an agreement to prepare electricity transmission networks for the Rail Baltica project.
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US: Caltrain Electric Trains Complete Testing
Caltrain has finalised testing for three new electric trains, with each of the new units having completed a thousand miles of testing.
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Romania: Alstom to Equip Caransebes-Lugoj Railway Line with New ERTMS Signalling System
Romania: Alstom has won a contract to upgrade the Caransebeș-Lugoj railway line, equipping it with ERTMS and electrification infrastructure.
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GSF RailInfra Looks Back on Its First German Symposium
GSF RailInfra GmbH (GSF) and its partner Rail Power Systems GmbH (RPS) hosted a two-day seminar for the German rail market.
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UK: Next Phase of Transpennine Route Upgrade Gains £3.9bn in Funding
The UK's Rail Minister, Huw Merriman has confirmed 3.9 billion GBP in funding for the next phase of the Transpennine Route Upgrade project. …
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Taking Charge of Decarbonisation at Rail Live!
On 29 November, the opening day of Rail Live! showcased some of the ongoing decarbonisation initiatives underway in the rail industry.
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Scotland: Network Rail Awards Contracts for Electrification of East Kilbride Line
Network Rail has awarded contracts valued at 61.5 million GBP for the delivery of the East Kilbride Enhancement Project in Scotland.
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First Electric Train Completes Test Runs on Glasgow-Barrhead Line
Network Rail has announced that the first ScotRail electric train has completed test runs on the Glasgow-Barrhead line in Scotland.
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CCS Publishes EPDs of Its Products
Complete Composite Systems is proud to announce that it has published EPDs for two of its products, with more on the way.
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Upgrade Project Completed at Eurostar's London Depot
Furrer+Frey has completed an upgrade project at Eurostar's depot in London with the installation of moveable electrification equipment.
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California High-Speed Rail Authority Releases RFQ for Track and Systems Design
The California High-Speed Rail Authority has released a RFQ for design services for track and OCS connecting Merced to Bakersfield.
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Renewal of Singapore North-South and East-West Lines’ Core Systems Completed
The multi-year renewal and upgrade of Singapore’s North-South and East-West lines (NSEWL) has now been completed.
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CableGuardian for Safety & Efficiency of Lineside Power Supplies
CableGuardian's insights into the condition of lineside cables and transformers allow engineers to predict renewal much more efficiently.
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New Project Highlights ARCO’s Versatile Installation Options
There's a wide range of installation options available for fitting the ARCOSYSTEM® cable containment system beside railway tracks.
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Conformal Coating Expertise for Rolling Stock – Power Supplies
intreXis uses a selective coating method whereby a fully automated coating robot applies the protective coating as a thin layer of film.
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Caltrain Completes Major Milestones Towards Network Electrification
Caltrain has successfully completed three major milestones to advance its rail electrification project in California.
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Success in Power Electronics Integration to Power HVAC in Trams
A prominent manufacturer of HVAC systems for the railway industry partnered with Premium PSU to create a custom tram inverter.
