Research Highlights - Spring 2025
22/04/2025
Research Highlights covers the benefits of RSSB’s recent research to the industry.
Each issue features exciting projects, new findings, and solutions that could benefit your organisation. The publication also provides information about forthcoming events and webinars.
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Variable rate sanders are making a differenceRetrofitting enhanced sanders to two fleets improved braking in low-adhesion conditions.
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Improved freight pathing in WalesA new approach to freight sectional running times is unlocking capacity for new services.
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New guidance on medical impairment in driversGiving occupational health and safety teams the tools to make evidence-based decisions on incapacitation risk.
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More effective incident learning reviewsNew guidance on how to learn from incidents to prevent recurrence and improve overall performance.
All this plus even more, including how we’re helping rail integrate battery trains, what we’re doing to help keep passengers cosy on a net-zero railway, and much more.
Research catalogue
Find hundreds of current and completed RSSB research and innovation projects in the research catalogue.
Suggest research
The research programme is driven by the rail industry’s needs. We receive and review hundreds of ideas each year. New research ideas are always welcome. Contact us through our customer self-service portal and we will be in touch to discuss your research needs and ideas.
