voestalpine Railway Systems is proud to be a founding member of EU Rail FA3, a major European research and innovation initiative aimed at making rail transport the most sustainable, cost-efficient, and competitive mode of transportation across the continent. The project focuses on creating a single European rail market through advanced technologies, interoperability, and digitalization.
As the global leader and system house for railway infrastructure, voestalpine Railway Systems contributes its expertise in turnout technology and track systems to address critical challenges in rail operations. Our goal: improve availability, extend lifecycle performance, and reduce maintenance needs—ensuring uninterrupted 24/7 operations for customers.
Within EU Rail FA3, voestalpine Railway Systems plays a key role in several groundbreaking Use Cases:
UC11 – Spain:
Development and testing of high-speed and mixed-traffic turnouts in the ADIF network, combined with advanced monitoring solutions for real-time performance insights.
UC16 – Austria:
Creation of the “Green Turnout” at our Zeltweg plant, including 3D simulations, time-lapse assembly, and installation in Launsdorf. This innovation sets new standards for sustainability and lifecycle cost optimization.
UC17 – Germany:
Collaboration with RWTH Aachen on welding innovations for turnout components, ensuring maximum durability and precision.
UC18 – Austria:
Advanced repair welding techniques for critical turnout parts with our research partner JOANNEUM RESEARCH, extending component life and reducing resource consumption.
Through these projects, voestalpine Railway Systems reinforces its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and digitalization in rail infrastructure. Together with our partners, we are paving the way for a smarter, greener, and more efficient European rail system.