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Yesterday, we hosted 'The future of automation in rail', bringing together experts in automation, rail, AI, connectivity, (I)IoT, and more. 🤖 We explored a wide range of topics. Starting with the critical need to invest in rail so we can ensure sustainable mobility, to the challenges of enhancing safety, efficiency, and capacity on industrial sites, in urban areas, and on mainline rail. 🚅 A big thank you to our speakers for sharing their experience and insights surrounding automation: - Baseliyos Jacob, Technical project lead ATO Betuweroute for DB Cargo - Oliwia Janus, Technical project manager for CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) - David Glijer, CDO of ArcelorMittal France There are many challenges ahead, but within this community, there is drive, expertise, and above all, a lot of passion to build the rail ecosystem of the future. 🦾 #rail #automation #sustainability

As many prepare for their holidays, or get ready for the Gentse Feesten, we want to reflect on OTIV's remarkable growth over the past year. 📈 Growing from 18 to 35 team members in less than a year is no small feat. In true startup fashion, even these photos are already outdated with the addition of our newest hires: Zied, Warre, Anoosh, Johannes, Arne, Christophe, Paria, and our interns Nozomi, Ajibola, Arn, Clément and Laurens. The OTIV team is a diverse group of passionate individuals, representing more than 9 nationalities. It’s not uncommon to hear French, Turkish, German, or many other languages besides English in the office. 🌍 Together we strive to bring real change to the rail industry. 🚂 Are you interested in joining our crew, and making an impact on global mobility? Take a look at our open vacancies: https://lnkd.in/eAUFaXrz #startup #railtechnology #team

A tram moving at 50 km/h requires roughly 30 meters to complete an emergency brake, whereas a car only needs 13 meters. 🛑 In this article, we delve into the potential of LiDAR technology for perception in rail. Increasing safety necessitates exploring sensors which can address unique challenges in rail, such as longer braking distances and a fixed path. 🛤️ Discover the distinct advantages of LiDAR, its versatile applications, how it compares to other sensors and compliments them, as well as what makes it valuable for precise object detection and collision avoidance in rail. 🦺 https://lnkd.in/ex2AXBnS #LiDAR #Railtechnology #Safety

🚂 OTIV is presenting at the Industry 4.0 Technology Day in the Digital Lab of ArcelorMittal France in Florange! Guillaume Hendrickx is showcasing OTIV. ONE, our cutting-edge camera system for shunting, and highlighting the incredible improvements it brings to safety and efficiency on industrial sites today. 🦺 But that's not all! He's also diving into how OTIV is revolutionizing the rail industry by helping railway undertakings, infrastructure managers, and OEMs transition rail vehicles towards driver assistance, tele-operation, and ultimately to fully autonomous operations—one step at a time. #safety #RailTech #Autonomous

Automatic train operation (ATO), what is it and why is it going to drive the future of the rail industry? 💡 Automation is transforming dozens of industries, and rail is no exception. This article introduces you to how automation is applied in rail through the concept of Automatic Train Operation. 🦾 We’ll explore: • The mechanics of ATO and the importance of Grades of Automation • The advantages for operators, OEMs, and society as a whole • The transformative potential for the rail industry • How OTIV is helping to advance rail automation ❓ What questions do you have about Automatic Train Operation? Share in the comments, and we'll answer them asap! #ato #automatictrainoperation #railtechnology https://lnkd.in/ejDyzb3t

Introducing the latest additions to our team! Meet Jerômé, Gaëlle, Emiel, Jonas, Toon and Maarten who recently joined OTIV. A special mention for Luuk and Jakob who joined as well, but couldn't make it to picture day. Jerome Colle and Toon Peters are joining the OTIV. ONE team as Junior Software Engineers, supporting our customers and enhancing the capabilities of our camera unit. Jonas Samyn and Jakob Bichler strengthen the OTIV.TWO team as interns, but with different backgrounds. Jonas brings his expertise in game development, and Jakob his knowledge about perception and robotics. Emiel V. joins as a Junior Software Developer and is going to contribute to the OTIV.THREE team. Gaëlle Bovy has taken on the role of People Lead, leveraging her extensive HR experience to enhance acquisition, engagement, and retention. Our Business development team is also expanding with two new members. Luuk Kessels brings over 20 years of rail industry experience at NS, and bolsters the ranks as Business Developer for urban and mainline rail. Maarten Decroos, brings 8 years of experience in marketing and start-ups to help spread the mission of OTIV. Are you looking to make an impact on safer and more efficient rail? Visit https://lnkd.in/eAUFaXrz and apply to one of our open positions #newjoiners #growth #railtech

Rail has traditionally been a dominant force for industrial players in freight transportation and on-site logistics. Unfortunately, various challenges have impeded its expansion. 🏭 🔍 In this article we dive into the historical role of rail on industrial sites, and the obstacles it faces in becoming a more dominant logistics solution. 🌱 With the EU aiming to elevate rail freight’s modal share to 30% by 2030, there's no time to waste for investments in industrial rail. 💡 Explore how OTIV is driving innovation on industrial sites, offering solutions to enhance safety and efficiency. #railfreighttransport #onsitelogistics #sustainability https://lnkd.in/eXuvW8h7

We're excited to announce OTIV's return to one of the world's biggest transport events: InnoTrans! 🚄 Join us as we showcase our diverse range of solutions for increasing safety and efficiency in industrial, urban, and mainline #rail. Discover our growth and all the cool projects we've been working on with our partners. 📍 You can find us from the 24th until the 27th of september at the AI Mobility Lab in Hall 7.1a of the Messe Berlin. Let's connect at Innotrans and talk about building the future of #automation and #autonomous in rail together!

"The goal is that you and me in 30 years time, can still take a tram or train, in a safe and efficient manner." 🦺 Join our co-founder Niels Van Damme as he explains OTIV’s mission, and showcases our technology on the Coastal Tram of De Lijn. If you're in #rail and share our vision for safety and efficiency, Let’s connect! Passionate about autonomous, sensors, AI, and machine learning? Explore our job openings here: https://lnkd.in/eftdxYwK Special thanks to MediaMixer, VLAIO - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship, and Amiracle for their contributions in realizing this video. #railtechnology #autonomous #ai

We equipped the Coastal tram with sensors and #AI together with De Lijn and CAF (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) 🚀 Together we're researching the impact driver assistance systems can have on safety and efficiency, as well as delve into the challenges related to integration and cost. 🔬 Philippe Le Cerf, CIO at De Lijn and Lydia Peeters, Flemish minister of mobility, also share their vision on how this project fits within the broader strategy of increasing safety within public transport. 🚋 https://lnkd.in/ej7v358D Thank you Marco Demerling for the collaboration on the press release, and MediaMixer for the shoot with VLAIO - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship. #adas #publictransport