Wabtec secures systems, software deal with ARTC

Wabtec Corporation announced a digital solutions agreement with Australian Rail Track Corporation. The two companies will collaborate on developing one of the few approaches being considered to address interoperability of rail systems in Australia. The company will investigate the capabilities of ARTC’s Advanced Train Management System solution. Wabtec will develop the interoperability standard between ATMS and European Rail Traffic Management System Level 2. ARTC and Wabtec will work together with the relevant stakeholders to outline the concept of operations and define the standards to realize the interoperability solution. “ARTC recognizes the complex challenge of solving interoperability, and we are pursuing multiple pathways to find a feasible solution that will help to make rail safer and more competitive across Australia. We are excited to partner with Wabtec to actively pursue one of the options,” said Wayne Johnson, CEO and Managing Director of ARTC. “Wabtec was selected to support this project as a rail industry leader with a proven track record of implementing a safety critical train control solution for the entire freight network in the United States spanning over 100,000kms and 21,000+ locomotives. The Australian Government recognizes the importance of rail interoperability as a priority, and we will continue to work with government and other key stakeholders to deliver systems and software solutions that enhance the nation’s rail system.”