Category Rail/Transit

The latest news and headlines from around the global brake industry. This page lists all of the articles in the Rail/Transit category.

Knorr-Bremse Sells Kiepe Electric

Knorr-Bremse Sells Kiepe Electric

In a strategic move to refine its business focus, Knorr-Bremse has officially sold Kiepe Electric, a distinguished entity in electric vehicle equipment based in Düsseldorf, to Heramba GmbH. This transaction, finalized in late January 2024, marks a pivotal step in…

Wabtec's Major Rail Brake Contract

Wabtec’s Major Rail Brake Contract

Wabtec Corporation, a prominent player in transportation solutions, has recently announced a significant brake system order from Siemens India Private Limited’s Mobility Business. This substantial order, valued at $157 million, is a key component of the prestigious 9000HP locomotive project…

Canada Tightens Railway Brake Inspection Rules for Enhanced Safety

Canada Tightens Railway Brake Inspection Rules

Canada is taking another step towards safer railways, with new rules announced by Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez targeting train brake inspections. These changes, effective December 1, 2025, prioritize cold-weather performance and apply to both freight and passenger trains. Stricter Inspections…

Knorr-Bremse, Alstom Modernize Indian Metros

Knorr-Bremse, Alstom Modernize Indian Metros

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…

Chicago Train Crash Exposes Brake Flaw

Chicago Train Crash Exposes Brake Flaw

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…

GB Railfreight Tests Innovative Brake System

GB Railfreight Tests Innovative Brake System

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…

Wabtec will provide brakes for NYC subway cars

Wabtec Brakes for NYC Subways

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…

Knorr-Bremse MotionLead braking/throttle-control system

MotionLead Modular Rail Braking/Throttle System

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.…