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Signalling system

System used to control railway traffic safely. The main purpose of signalling is to maintain a safe distance at all times between all trains on the running lines. The secondary aim is to make the best use possible of the railway infrastructure, so that the total throughput of trains meets business requirements
Document
Glossary
Context
EU Policy
Origin document

Glossary for transport statistics - 6TH EDITION 2026

Release