This website uses cookies, including third party ones, to allow for analysis of how people use our website in order to improve your experience and our services. By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of such cookies. Click here for more information on our and .
Transport & Logistics
Q&A with Adam Oliver: Overcoming the challenges of rail deployment communications with MPLS
Safe and reliable communications are a critical component in operating modern railway networks. Voice radio, signalling, asset protection, CCTV, station services and alarms form the basis of a typical rail system, with telephony, data and internet connectivity between offices shaping corporate requirements. In the lead up to AusRAIL 2014, Adam Oliver, Senior Communications Engineer at…
18 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
NSW’s rapid transit rail to spearhead “war on congestion”
The NSW government is ready to take a hard line on the state's congestion problems - with an exciting new railway project set to lead the efforts. In response to years of complaints from commuters and other travellers in the state, the government recently revealed its new rapid transit rail network project, which promises to…
12 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
QLD, ACT state budgets show promise for rail
The Queensland and Australian Capital Territory governments released their individual state budgets on June 3, and both show plenty of promise for the regions' rail infrastructure. Following the release of the federal budget last month, a lot of attention was directed towards the perceived lack of dedicated rail funding, while substantial investment was allocated to…
11 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Waratah train fleet now complete
The final Waratah train was delivered to Sydney's rail network at the start of June, which now means that practically every timetabled train service in the NSW capital is air-conditioned. The train delivered on June 2 is the 78th and last piece in the Waratah puzzle, and with these trains making up a significant proportion…
8 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Auckland rail fast track could be hit by roadblocks
The Auckland government's plans to start on its $2.86 billion city rail link project a decade earlier than first intended could be scuppered, following an independent review from PwC. The consulting firm prepared a report for the Auckland Council, which warns that it is important to set realistic targets. This issue was raised after the…
30 May 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
AusRAIL welcomes the first new Platinum and Gala Dinner Sponsor after almost a decade
AusRAIL recently welcomed UGL as the first new Platinum and Gala Dinner Sponsor after almost a decade. UGL has been a leading sponsor of AusRAIL for over 11 years. As the largest provider of complete rail solutions in the Asia Pacific region, and Australia’s largest supplier of outsourced asset management and rolling stock maintenance services,…
29 May 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
New light rail to fuel Newcastle’s growth
The city of Newcastle is on track to enjoy improved public transport infrastructure following the announcement of a new light rail project. Minister for Planning Pru Goward and Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian recently confirmed the route for the Newcastle Light Rail, which will encompass both the rail corridor and Hunter Street. Trains will travel…
28 May 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Victoria on board with National Rail Safety Regulator
With Australia's national transport reform continually gathering steam, the state of Victoria provided a massive boost with the news that it will implement an important piece of legislation. The Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) announced earlier this week that Victoria will be joining the National Rail Safety Regulator. As such, the Rail…
27 May 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Is Wi-Fi the future of rail communications?
Communications-based train control (CBTC) is steadily becoming the train control system of choice for both new and existing metro lines. Currently, most modern RF-based CBTC are being deployed over a Wi-Fi radio bearer. Rodrigo Alvarez, Senior Consultant – Rail Comms at Titan ICT Consultants talks to us about some of the potential issues associated with that design option. You…
26 May 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
The push in demand for onboard connectivity
Thanks to the rise of mobile devices, people today are more connected than ever before. This means that public access to networks such as 4G and Wi-Fi is no longer luxury, but rather an expectation of a well-developed city. People are demanding these services in practically any public environment they step into, from libraries and…
21 May 2014, by Informa InsightsInforma Connect Australia is the nation's leading event organiser. Our events comprise of large scale exhibitions, industry conferences and highly specialised corporate training.
