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BCRRE recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Rail Alliance, which brings its extensive experience of working with SMEs in the rail supply chain to BCRRE.

In addition, BCRRE’s existing relationships with top-tier companies means it will be able to offer the supply chain full service solutions across all technology readiness levels. As a rail technology combined capability, this is unmatched. The specialist facilities and departmental skills available within BCRRE will nurture and accelerate innovation, limiting the so-called ‘valley of death’ phase of product development by de-risking new technology.

Furthermore, the DIGI-RAIL project (part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund) will help develop a unique Digital Railway demonstrator programme that brings together national and international rail industry buyers with West Midlands businesses.

It will provide research expertise to solve industry challenges and to develop digital products and services for the rail industry. The UK expects an efficient, reliable rail system, and DIGI-RAIL will have a key role in developing new technology for the UK network’s transition to a Digital Railway.

The Rail Alliance will provide a strong and respected industry-facing element - in tune with the market, in touch with opportunities, and (importantly) understanding the language of real businesses. It’s an exciting combination.