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ERTMS is a unified signaling and train control system being developed and implemented across Europe to enhance railway interoperability and safety. It comprises key elements like ETCS for train protection and speed supervision, GSM-R for radio communication, and ATO for automated train operation. ERTMS provides benefits like interoperability, enhanced safety, improved performance, cost savings, future-proofing, and environmental benefits. Its deployment across Europe is ongoing with initiatives to accelerate coverage of the entire European rail network by 2030 and 2050.

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ERTMS Factsheet 1

ERTMS is a unified signaling and train control system being developed and implemented across Europe to enhance railway interoperability and safety. It comprises key elements like ETCS for train protection and speed supervision, GSM-R for radio communication, and ATO for automated train operation. ERTMS provides benefits like interoperability, enhanced safety, improved performance, cost savings, future-proofing, and environmental benefits. Its deployment across Europe is ongoing with initiatives to accelerate coverage of the entire European rail network by 2030 and 2050.

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WHAT IS ERTMS?

TIMELINE OF ERTMS DEVELOPMENT factsheet #1

In the 1980s, European railways recognised the In 2005, ERA2 was created and designated as the
necessity of a unified ATP system due to compatibility
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ERTMS System Authority. Interoperability standards
issues arising from each country having its own for the trans-European conventional rail system
national mainline signaling system. Research funded were issued in 2006, and in 2008.
by the European Community aimed to develop
ERTMS to enhance train interoperability and improve The railway sector organization signed an MoU3 in
safety and efficiency for cross-border train travel 2016, formalising cooperation for ERTMS deployment,
within the EU. ensuring legal and technical certainty.

The European Commission Directive on high-speed Nowadays ERTMS solutions have standardized
rail in 1996 introduced the concept of an interoperable interfaces between the onboard and trackside
control and command system, defining ERTMS subsystems. Therefore, different suppliers can be
primarily for high-speed rail. selected for the provision of the trackside and onboard
solution allowing increased competition.
Signaling companies produced the first ERTMS techni-
cal specifications in 2000. By 2002, these specifications
were included in interoperability standards for the
trans-European high-speed rail system.

UNDERSTANDING ERTMS

ERTMS comprises several key elements:

European Train Control System (ETCS): The in-cab


equipment supervises train movements, including
stopping the train, based on maximum permitted
speeds at different line sections. It receives track
ETCS providing the automatic train protection (ATP)
information from ETCS equipment installed beside
functionalities, monitoring train movements and
the track, either Eurobalises or radio signals, to
speed limits on the line.
calculate and supervise maximum speeds. The Driver
Machine Interface (DMI) displays speed supervision
Railway Mobile Radio: facilitates communication
and relevant route conditions to the driver, who
between trains and traffic control centers using:
confirms changes manually.
▶ GSM-R is based on GSM radio technology and uses
Automatic Train Operation (ATO): is the third ERTMS exclusive frequency bands.
building block and automates the operation of the ▶ FRMCS is a telecommunication system for railways.
train up to Grade of Automation 2 (GoA2). ATO at It is designed as the successor of GSM-R and is hereby
GoA2 starts and stops the train automatically with a key enabler for the digitalisation of rail transport.

1 ATP: Automatic Train Protection System


2 ERA: European Union Agency for Railways
3 MoU: Memorandum of Understanding
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KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS OF ERTMS

Interoperability: ERTMS ensures seamless communication and compatibility


among railway systems throughout Europe, promoting international rail travel
and facilitating trade.
Enhanced Safety: The system integrates advanced train control features,
including automated speed monitoring and emergency braking, to enhance
overall railway safety standards.
Operation Performance: ERTMS is increasing the operational performance,
optimizes train movements by providing real-time information on track
conditions, speed limits, and route layouts, leading to smoother operations
and decreased travel durations.
Cost Savings: By simplifying train control procedures and minimizing the
requirement for redundant equipment, ERTMS contributes to lowering both
operational and maintenance costs for railway operators.
Future-Proofing: ERTMS is designed to accommodate technological
advancements and future upgrades, ensuring long-term viability and
adaptability to evolving railway requirements and standards.
Environmental Benefits: The system fosters eco-friendly practices by
optimizing energy usage, reducing emissions, and contributing to sustainable
transportation solutions.
Digitalisation: Railways have evolved with digital tech, driving innovation
in manufacturing, infrastructure, and transportation to address societal
and economic needs. ERTMS is crucial in digitisation by integrating digital
technologies such as real-time data monitoring and predictive maintenance,
improving railway performance and reliability.

EVOLUTION OF ERTMS

The future of ERTMS deployment in Europe is promising. Ongoing initiatives aim to accelerate deployment,
address technical challenges, and expand coverage across the entire European Railway Network. The TEN-T
Guidelines4 prioritise ERTMS deployment on the Core Network by 2030 and the Comprehensive Network by 2050.

The ERJU5 System Pillar6 is extending the standardization of ERTMS to the entire signaling system, including
interlocking and traffic management systems, fostering the competitivity and performance of European Railways.

ERTMS is a solution that has convinced global customers due to the benefits mentioned above. Nowadays
ERTMS is a global success story with references far beyond Europe. In addition to the mentioned financial and
technical advantages, it also allows global competition of several signaling companies, while at the same time
building on a proven technical solution.

4 Trans-European transport network Guidelines: aims to facilitate transport across Europe and reduce regional, economic and social disparities by developing
interconnected infrastructure for air, road, rail and shipping
5 ERJU: Europe's Rail Joint Undertaking (EU-Rail)
6 System Pillar: collaborative platform where railways and suppliers can leverage their expertise to produce standards that are intended to be used at European level
in future railway projects.

Want to know more about ERTMS? Please check www.ertms.net or contact UNIFE at ertms@unife.org

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