Moving beyond

Is rail travel the true game-changer for tackling climate change? We certainly think so, and in the second season of our podcast “Moving beyond”, we’ll tell you why. Featuring case studies and experts from around the world, we shine a spotlight on the innovative technologies being used to drive more sustainable, efficient rail mobility. From future-proofing trains, to improving existing infrastructure and capacity, to utilising intelligent software solutions, we’ll explain how rail can drive a future that’s not just greener, but also more comfortable and convenient for passengers than ever before. Renowned technology expert and keynote speaker, Professor Sally Eaves, returns as our resident host, so join us now on the journey to the mobility of the future.

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Take a breath – Cutting air pollution through sustainable mobility

99 percent of the world’s population is breathing air that’s harmful to their health. Over the last 5 to 10 years, there's been a huge increase in the amount of evidence about the health impacts of pollution. Now, we are presented with a massive opportunity to improve public health and combat climate change at the same time. But how? And what is the role of the transportation sector in this crucial discussion? Just in time for COP27, we bring together Eva Scherer, Siemens Head of Investor Relati...

Nov 09, 2022•41 min

Signaling the future – How Norway is driving a new era of rail digitalization

A new era of rail digitalization is coming, and it’s Norway leading the way. The Scandanavian country is currently building the most modern signaling system in the world, and with it a potential blueprint that could revolutionize rail infrastructure throughout Europe, and beyond. From increased punctuality to reduced maintenance and repairs, the world-first digitalization and centralization of a country-wide rail network will set new standards for both operators and customers. In the latest epis...

Oct 12, 2022•27 min

Hydrogen - The key to creating a global carbon-neutral infrastructure?

Could diesel trains soon be a thing of the past? Change is coming, thanks to the further development of hydrogen technology. Using hydrogen as a power source for rail transport is a potential game-changer, for the future of sustainable mobility, especially for regional trains. But how do we bring this cutting-edge, climate-friendly power to a global train network, especially in areas which still rely heavily on traditional fuels to drive their railways? In the first episode of the second series ...

Sep 13, 2022•35 min

Moving beyond - teaser season 2

Sep 05, 2022•2 min

Suez Canal on Rails – how can a railway transform the everyday lives of millions of Egyptians?

It’s been described as a project without peer, with the capability to revolutionize transportation and economic infrastructure in Egypt, creating thousands of jobs and connecting the country in a way that’s never been seen before – in short: the Suez Canal on Rails. So how is the vast scale of Mega Project Egypt becoming a reality? And what role do partnerships play in creating a sustainable, long-lasting railway legacy that will impact not just Egypt, but also create a blueprint for the wider M...

Nov 24, 2021•34 min

How digitalization revolutionizes the transportation sector

Relative to 2005, urban rail traffic worldwide will grow by 180 percent until 2025, meaning that capacity has to nearly triple (1). To cope with this rapid development digitalization is the key to increased availability, automation, connectivity, and sustainability in rail infrastructure. But how is digitalization really catalyzing a revolution in the transport sector? And what can the Internet of Things and cloud-based applications contribute? In the fifth episode of “Moving beyond”, our host S...

Oct 07, 2021•37 min

Designing the future - revolutionizing passenger experience

What makes a perfect train journey? Contactless ticketing? Better seats? Great internet access? The passenger experience is central to every modern railway’s success, and improving it is one of the key questions governing the train designs of the future. So how do we do this, both for work and leisure, while also improving accessibility and sustainability?In the fourth episode of “Moving beyond”, our host Sally Eaves is joined by Tom Kutscher, Siemens Mobility Vice President of Sales and Bids fo...

Aug 18, 2021•49 min

Crossrail - mega project, game changer, partnership paradigm

When it comes to a brand new railway with 41 step-free stations, 42 km of tunnels, and the capacity for 250 million journeys a year – then it is all about Crossrail! This mega project is a true game-changer in public transport and will leave a lasting legacy not just for London, but for sustainable, digitalized, urban rail travel around the world. Twenty years in the making, the Elizabeth line, as it will be known, has only become a reality thanks to partnerships and teamwork on a scale never se...

Jul 21, 2021•47 min

Rethinking mobility solutions

The urbanization of the world’s population is happening faster than ever before; by 2050, the number of people living in cities will have grown by 2.5 billion people across the globe. Growing urban centers need smarter and more efficient transportation systems, but how do mobility providers meet this challenge in a sustainable way, when the fight against climate change is at such a critical stage? And how can authorities, technology, infrastructure and vehicle companies work together to create a...

Jun 16, 2021•39 min

Innovations for future mobility

In this opening episode, our host Sally Eaves assesses how vital innovation is to the future of mobility, as she speaks to Google’s Chief Innovation Evangelist and Adjunct Professor at Stanford University, Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt, and Michael Peter, Siemens Mobility’s Chief Executive Officer. It’s 200 years since railway technology changed society and sparked the Industrial Revolution, in the ultimate transportation innovation. Now, as the Covid-19 pandemic forces us all to rethink how we live, w...

May 19, 2021•42 min

Moving beyond - teaser

Siemens Mobility experts and guests comment on the future of mobility – hosted by Sally Eaves. As a society we need safe, reliable, sustainable and seamless mobility solutions. “Moving beyond” is the brand-new podcast by Siemens Mobility. How do we make sure that people will feel safe again using public transportation amidst the Covid-19 pandemic? How are we going to meet future challenges, particularly with demand set to grow substantially over the next decades? How can we succeed in making tr...

May 07, 2021•2 min

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