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Retrofitting of Electrical/
Electronic Systems

Modernizing Operational-Systems
Modernizing Comfort-Systems
Safety Systems
Additional System Integration

Modernizing Operational-Systems
Modernization of drive systems (integration of modern, energy-efficient PowerPacks, hybridization)
Modernization of power electronics and inverters
Upgrade of the on-board power supply and distribution systems
Integration of efficient battery and energy storage systems
Modernization of cab equipment and driver's desk incl. control elements (including use of modern (touch) displays as driver's cab displays)
Updating the train radio technology (GSM-R, LTE-R)
Retrofitting of on-board units for modern trackside control technology (ETCS)

Modernizing Comfort-Systems
Installation of modern, energy-efficient air conditioning systems
Improvement of ventilation systems for optimum air quality (CO² sensors)
Modernization of the interior lighting with LED technology
Installation of modern passenger information systems (PIS)
Ergonomically designed seats with individual power sockets and USB ports
Integration of Wi-Fi and multimedia-entertainment-systems
Retrofitting, modernization of the ticketing system and utilization monitoring of the carriages

Safety Systems
Integration of modern vehicle control systems for all types of rail vehicles (locomotives, light rail vehicles, special vehicles)
Integration of safety controls (e.g. for light rail vehicles)
Integration of automatic emergency braking and monitoring systems
Installation of advanced fire detection and smoke ventilation systems
Modernization of door control systems (SAT to TAV)
Replacement of the passenger monitoring systems (CCTV)
ETCS upgrades: Baseline update in the form of a software update via the OBU supplier or in the form of a complete system replacement.

Additional System Integration

Integration of hybrid drive systems or alternative drive systems such as hydrogen fuel cells
Assistance for the driver with modern assistance systems (e.g. collision warning system, cruise control, etc.)
Implementation of automated driving control systems to increase efficiency (ATO)
Condition-based maintenance: Consulting and introduction of technical systems in operation
Predictive maintenance systems (installation of sensors and IT systems for predictive maintenance and condition monitoring)
Integration of systems for fleet diagnostics
Integration/configuration of systems to protect against cyber-attacks and ensure data security