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InnoTrans 2026: Record attendance and digital advancements

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The InnoTrans 2026 anniversary edition in Berlin ~~set record participation levels,~~ concluded with record-breaking participation, hosting approximately 175,000 visitors from over 120 countries and 3,190 exhibitors. The event featured 180 world premieres, with a heavy emphasis on digitalization, automation, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. AI was a dominant theme, exemplified by the ‘AI on Track’ hackathon and Alstom’s ‘Talk to my train’ AI assistant for maintenance diagnostics. Technological showcases included CRRC’s hybrid locomotive, Stadler’s hydrogen trains, and Siemens Mobility’s software-defined platform. New developments highlighted at the fair included battery-powered trains from Siemens, Hitachi, and Škoda designed for routes lacking overhead lines, alongside new night train concepts. Remote train operation (RTO) systems were also a key focus, demonstrated by Alstom and Deutsche Bahn. Beyond hardware, the fair highlighted significant infrastructure and digital service developments. In Belgium, Infrabel entered a multi-million euro, six-year contract with RideOnTrack to modernize and maintain the MCCS communication ~~system, which facilitates critical contact between traffic controllers, drivers, maintenance teams, and emergency services.~~ system. Additionally, SYSTRA and Dassault Systèmes announced a partnership to utilize the 3DEXPERIENCE platform for developing next-generation digital twins to simulate design choices and test solutions for rail infrastructure throughout its lifecycle. Despite these advancements, industry leaders noted significant competitive pressures. Experts highlighted the rising dominance of China in the global rail market, attributed to state subsidies, which poses challenges for European manufacturers. To improve competitiveness, ~~experts~~ discussions emphasized the necessity for better ~~standardization~~ standardization, interoperability, and harmonization of fragmented national railway ~~systems~~ regulations across Europe. Amidst these challenges, companies such as Škoda Group and FS Group announced new business plans and international expansions.

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