DEKRA Rail brochure

ERTMS Services

Certification, track-train integration systemsand optimization of transport systems
Within just a few decades, ERTMS will be operational on much of the infrastructure and rolling stock in many Europeancountries. Various routes and fleets in a number of countries have already been fitted with ERTMS, and work is currently
being done to roll out the system in many other countries. Since 2006, DEKRA Rail has built up a wealth of experiencein various ERTMS projects. We help companies with certification and track-train integration tests and in optimizing theirtransport systems.

Certification

Track-train integration tests

DEKRA Rail has invaluable experience in the certification ofERTMS assets. We have detailed knowledge of the legislation andregulations which apply nationally and internationally and weare well versed in the requirements relating to type approval tests.
We possess all necessary accreditations and the Dutch National
Safety Authority (ILT) has designated DEKRA as a Notified Body
for all TSIs.

The use of ERTMS/ETCS components that have been certified
and released is not a 100% guarantee that the interaction between
the rail vehicle and the infrastructure will actually result in an
effective rail transport system. To this end, DEKRA Rail performs
track-train integration tests and carries out additional investigations for rail infrastructure managers, railway undertakings andsuppliers. To be able to do this, DEKRA Rail has tried and trusted
testing programs at its disposal which are based on national andinternational legislation and regulations.
Track-train integration tests are mandatory for new ERTMS systems and ERTMS components in rail vehicles and infrastructure.
Integration tests are also essential when existing systems aremodernized or upgraded.
Tests carried out by DEKRA Rail consist of laboratory tests as wellas field work. Our ERTMS testing specialists draw up the testing
program and carry it out in close collaboration with the client andinfrastructure manager. DEKRA Rail also arranges the planning,
the track possessions and the safety organization. We are familiar
with various different scenarios and our approach is effective.

Optimization of transport systems through analysis
of user processes
In complex rail transport systems, the underlying technicalsystems work in close conjunction with each other. Users shouldbe aware of how the systems are used and the influence they haveon one another.
Failing technology, an incorrectly described procedure or noncompliance with user processes can lead to structural problems,
resulting in damage, delays and inconvenience for passengers.
The interaction between systems and users must therefore bedefined with a high degree of accuracy. This makes it possible toimplement efficient user processes that are acceptable to allparties.

Other services provided by DEKRA Rail
> Railway Certification and Assessment Services> Wheel-Rail optimization> Product Testing> Remaining useful life assessment> NDT services> Rotating equipment condition monitoring

DEKRA Rail has amassed a great deal of experience and expertisein assessing user processes on ERTMS lines. We are only too gladto help clients optimize their user processes, reduce operationalinconvenience and improve the transport system. To this end, we
employ experienced software engineers, data analysts and ETCSexperts. We use this expertise to:> Design a system to monitor user processes (automatically)> Define KPIs for these processes and the implementationof performance reporting> Incident Analysis & Issue Management> Support in the evaluation and optimization of processes

Contact
DEKRA Rail experts can be contacted via:
Telephone+31 30 3005 100

Postal address

PO Box 8125
3503 RC Utrecht
The Netherlands

Business address Concordiastraat 67
Utrecht
The Netherlands
WebE-mailwww.dekra-rail.com
info.rail@dekra.com