Siemens will showcase its complete portfolio of rolling stock, rail automation and electrification technologies at this year’s Railtex.
The Desiro City will be there – a new train concept designed specifically for commuter and interurban services in the UK.
Developed through a €50 million two-year investment programme, the train builds on the global success of the Desiro platform and features a range of technologies to improve environmental credentials.
Its lightweight construction and intelligent vehicle control system reduce total energy consumption by up to 50% compared with its predecessors. Proven and reliable, Siemens won the coveted Golden Spanner for the Desiro Class 444 in 2010.
The Inspiro metro platform will be on show for the first time in the UK, with a 10x3m mock-up on the stand.
It brings maximum utility through high transport capacities and low operating costs, combined with energy efficiency and environmental friendliness at all stages from manufacture and daily operation to almost complete recyclability.
The Velaro high speed train, which operates successfully in Spain, China and Russia, will also feature on the stand with a scale model. It will soon be running in the UK as the Eurostar E320 after Siemens finalised a €750 million contract to provide the operator with ten sets.
The trains will be 400m long, accommodate up to 900 passengers and travel at speeds of 320kph.
Innovation
As well as rolling stock, Siemens will exhibit its array of trackside innovations, products and solutions including RailBAM®, a bearing acoustic monitor system, and Trainguard, Siemens’ European Train Control System.
RailCom Manager is a station management system that allows easy access to data sources and efficient management and control of station systems.
Compatible for integration with all existing systems, it puts the control firmly at the fingertips of the user with touchscreen technology.
Other products being showcased by Siemens include comprehensive electrification solutions and the Avenio low-floor tram.
Siemens will be at stand D31 at Railtex.
