UNIFE boosting ERTMS system at Connecting Europe Days

Between April 2nd and 5th, Brussels hosted the Connecting Europe Days, which brought together EU and Members States decision and policy makers, financial and industry representatives, and transport stakeholders. They discussed concrete measures and shared best practices, aimed at creating a fully decarbonised, resilient, seamless, and digital transport and mobility network in Europe.

UNIFE actively participated in the event with Director General Philippe Citroën, engaging in the roundtable aimed at discussing “Strategies for sustainable funding of European public transport”. The organisation showcased its presence with a dedicated stand promoting ERTMS (European Rail Traffic Management System). At the stand, visitors were introduced to the updated factsheets produced by UNIFE's ERTMS Marketing Working Group (UEMG), responsible for highlighting the benefits, evolution, and latest advancements in ERTMS deployment both in Europe and worldwide. Attendees had the opportunity to delve into the development of ERTMS, its advantages, and the latest updates on various levels of ETCS (European Train Control System) currently in existence.

UNIFE also presented updated ERTMS statistics developed collaboratively by members of UEMG. These statistics shed light on the prevalence of ERTMS/ETCS-equipped tracks and the number of vehicles contracted across Europe and worldwide.

Additionally, thanks to Siemens Mobility (a member of UEMG), the UNIFE stand featured an ERTMS/ETCS simulator during the event. This interactive simulation attracted considerable attention from attendees, who eagerly seized the opportunity to immerse themselves in the experience of operating a train equipped with the ETCS Level 2 Baseline 3, with ATO over ETCS GoA2 system.