The latest news and headlines from around the global brake industry. This page lists all of the articles in the Rail/Transit category.
Frasle Mobility is making a significant appearance at Automechanika Shanghai 2023, one of the leading international automotive sector fairs. The event, scheduled from November 29 to December 2, is set to host exhibitors and visitors from 32 countries. Frasle Mobility,…
In a significant development in India’s urban transit sector, Knorr-Bremse has announced a partnership with Alstom to equip 52 Movia metro trains for Bhopal and Indore’s metro lines, currently under construction. The collaboration involves fitting these trains with state-of-the-art braking…
Knorr-Bremse, a leading player in the commercial vehicle brake industry, is actively confronting the diverse challenges posed by the global economic downturn, the COVID-19 pandemic, and geopolitical upheavals. Despite these obstacles, the company remains committed to maintaining its market leadership…
A recent collision involving a Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) train and a maintenance snowplow has uncovered a significant flaw in the train’s braking system. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is currently investigating this defect, which played a crucial role…
Knorr-Bremse AG, recognized globally for its braking systems and as a top-tier supplier of vital safety systems for rail and commercial vehicles, disclosed its robust financial performance for the initial nine months and third quarter of 2023. Why It Matters…
London – GB Railfreight (GBRf) has successfully concluded a four-week trial of a pioneering brake monitoring solution, setting a global precedent in the realm of rail safety and efficiency. Collaboratively developed with industry leaders Icomera, DG8, and SENSEi, this novel…
PITTSBURGH, — Wabtec Corporation (NYSE: WAB) will provide brakes and couplers for 640 MTA New York City Transit (NYCT) train cars via its client Kawasaki Rail Car, Inc. The multi-million-dollar order for service-proven equipment provides seamless interoperability with other subway…
MUNICH – The Supervisory Board of Knorr-Bremse AG has extended the contract of Dr. Claudia Mayfeld, 59, for her role as chief human resources officer for five years as of May 2024. In addition, she will continue to have responsibility…
MUNICH – Knorr-Bremse, the global market leader in braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, has announced that the eCUBATOR innovation unit set up in 2020 will continue to operate beyond 2023. Over the…
MUNICH – The Supervisory Board of Knorr-Bremse AG, global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, recently appointed Dr. Nicolas Lange as the new member of the Executive Board who will…
MUNICH (AP) — Knorr-Bremse, a global leader in transportation technologies, has announced a significant expansion of its operations in India, focusing on both the rail and commercial vehicle sectors. In a recent development, a cutting-edge building complex was unveiled at…
MUNICH – Knorr-Bremse recently posted the following interview with Michael Holz, its in-house expert on the company’s MotionLead rail braking/acceleration system. Because the systems are based on a modular principle, Knorr-Bremse can adapt the control levers to operators’ specific requirements.…
MUNICH — Knorr-Bremse, the global leader in braking systems and a prominent supplier of safety-critical rail and commercial vehicle systems, is on a mission to enhance its appeal as an employer. Under the leadership of CEO Marc Llistosella, the company…
MUNICH – Alstom has commissioned Knorr-Bremse to equip new Swedish high-speed trains with braking systems, which will be managed by the latest evolution of the CubeControl brake control system. Previous generations of the technology are already installed in metro, regional…
CAXIAS DO SUL, Brazil – Fras-le, a Frasle Mobility brand and world leader in friction materials will be participating later this month in the 12th International Heavy Haul Conference (IHHA), an international transport conference focused on the railway segment. In…
MUNICH – Knorr-Bremse AG, the global market leader for braking systems and a leading supplier of other rail and commercial vehicle systems, yesterday published its results for the first half and second quarter of 2023. Marc Llistosella, Chief Executive Officer…
MUNICH – The metro network in the city of Chengdu, one of western China’s major commercial centers, is in a constant state of expansion. CRRC has now commissioned Knorr-Bremse to supply complete braking systems for 36 new metro trains comprising…
MUNICH – Knorr-Bremse AG is seeking to become significantly faster, more efficient, and more effective. The company has published “Next Level KB”, an update of its previous corporate strategy to help achieve this objective. It aims to secure its global…
MUNICH — In the future, sustainable mobility will depend in large part on rail transportation – a vision which Knorr-Bremse is helping to deliver by designing innovative technologies. With the Electromechanical Train Braking System (EM brake), the world market leader…
MUNICH — Knorr-Bremse has signed an important service agreement with A-Train AB, operator of Sweden’s iconic Arlanda Express. This will safeguard the operation of the express trains that carry a large part of the traffic to and from Stockholm Arlanda…
