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IRSE Bulletin – February 2024
IRSE News
The February issue of IRSE News is now available online
This month’s issue includes the latest news from the Institution and our local sections, including features on the ASPECT 2023, automatic train control on the London Underground, and the use visualisation techniques to assist with design.
Members can click below to read this month’s copy online.
IRSE Certificate in Railway Signalling Fundamentals
23 March 2024, online
Hurry! Booking for the March 2024 exam closes on 18 February.
Click above to watch the trailer
IRSE International Convention 2024
26-30 August 2024, Toronto, Canada
Booking opens soon – complete our pre-registration questionnaire and we will notify you.
Chair/Senior Engineer Licensing Committee
We are seeking someone qualified for this essential voluntary position. This role is responsible for overseeing the operation of the safety-critical IRSE Licensing Scheme and ensuring that all systems and processes adhere to industry standards, regulations and best practice.
To find out more, please contact hq@irse.org
Last chance to register! Western Section Equipment Demonstrations
7 February 2024, Siemens, Chippenham, UK
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY 2 FEBRUARY 2024
What do the technologies of the present and future look like? How will they improve capacity and resilience on the railways?
Join us for a tour of the various control systems being developed by Siemens. Demonstrations will provided for WESTCAD, the latest Train Describer equipment, touchscreen NX panels and other contemporary technologies.
Numbers are limited and advance registration is essential.
Contact sam.loveless@aecom.com by 12pm on Friday 2nd February.
Doors open at 17:00, and the event will finish at 19:30. Refreshments will be available
Fourth Presidential Lecture
15 February 2024, Auckland NZ and online
John Skilton will explore the impact of signalling globalisation from a New Zealand Perspective.
Noting that globalisation is not a new concept, the starting point is the organising of signalling in New Zealand leading through to modern technology and the opportunities enabled by globalisation.
This will be a live meeting, recorded for later viewing on our Vimeo channel.
IET & IRSE Railway Signalling and Control Systems training course 2024
15-17 April 2024, online
23-25 April, Stevenage, UK
We are working with the IET to deliver this training course which will have both online and in-person elements and will include a technical visit to London on the last day.
Annual Dinner-booking now open
9 May 2024, London, UK
Bookings for the IRSE Annual Dinner at the fabulous DeVere Grand Connaught rooms in London are now open.
The Annual Dinner is a wonderful opportunity to connect with colleagues across our industry.
For bookings or sponsorship, please contact events@irse.org
Chartered Status
Feedback questionnaire open until 5 February
Corporate members have been asked to complete a short questionnaire to assist Council in their decision whether to take the next step towards gaining Chartered Status. Charters are reserved for bodies which work in the public interest and are able to demonstrate pre-eminence, stability and permanence in their particular field.
To find out more, and to keep up-to-date with decisions and changes, please keep an eye on our webpage https://www.irse.org/Get-Involved/Royal-Charter
System migration towards ERTMS: lessons learned
6 February 2024; online
Please join the Dutch Section for a webinar with speaker Thijs van Steen. Language: Dutch Date and time: Tuesday 6 February 2024, 16:00-17:00 hour (CET)
FRMCS – how to transition
TBC February 2024; online
Originally scheduled for 14th February the MNW Section are working with the speaker to arrange a suitable date later this month. Please check the website for updated details
Cambridge Resignalling – current railway developments around Cambridge
22 February 2024; London, UK & online
London & SE host a hybrid evening meeting, using Microsoft Teams and a meeting room at AtkinsRéalis’ office at 11 Bressenden Place, London SW1E 5BY Speaker: David Fenner
Minor Railways technical visits
May and June 2024, various, UK
The Minor Railways and Midland & NW Sections are organising two technical visits in the UK. Booking for both events closes on 28 April.
Please click the links bulleted below to find out more or to book for either event.