Modernizing Rail Systems with Digital Innovation and Safety Focus
The rail industry is at a critical inflection point, balancing the need to modernize aging infrastructure with the integration of advanced digital technologies—all while maintaining the highest safety standards. ALTEN Technology supports rail operators and suppliers with end-to-end engineering solutions across the full lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. Our teams help improve system performance, enhance reliability, and enable digital transformation, empowering organizations to move forward safely and efficiently.
Solutions
Comprehensive Rolling Stock
Our expertise in rolling stock covers the entire product lifecycle. We partner with manufacturers and operators to deliver solutions that enhance performance, safety, and efficiency.
Our services include:
- New rail car design and development, from concept to validation.
- Mechanical and electrical systems engineering and integration.
- Modernization and refurbishment of existing fleet vehicles.
- Component engineering, including bogies, traction systems, and braking systems.
- RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety) analysis and compliance.
Solutions
Advanced Signaling & Train Control
ALTEN Technology is at the forefront of signaling system modernization. We help clients transition from legacy systems to state-of-the-art train control technology, ensuring safer and more efficient traffic flow.
We specialize in:
- Design and implementation of Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems.
- Upgrading and integrating legacy signaling systems with modern digital platforms.
- Engineering for automated people movers (APMs) and fully autonomous loops.
- Verification and validation of safety-critical software and hardware.
Solutions
Resilient Rail
Infrastructure & Systems Integration
A modern railway depends on the seamless integration of its core infrastructure. We provide the technical expertise to ensure all systems work in concert to deliver reliable service.
Our infrastructure solutions focus on:
- Systems engineering for metros, subway systems, and commuter rail lines.
- Integration of power supply, communications, and trackside equipment.
- Development of digital twins for infrastructure monitoring and predictive maintenance.
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and safety standards across the network.
Areas of Expertise
- Rolling Stock
- Signaling Systems
- Infrastructure
- Metro and subway systems / commuter lines
- Automated People Movers (APMs)
