International collaborations

The University of Birmingham Centre for Railway continues to shape the future of railways while creating an international community of influence.

We have a number of collaboration agreements all tailored to support and shape the railway systems across the globe. Some of these include:

• Brazil - research to support the future National Transport Masterplan and railway reforms, helping with the re-establishment of passenger railway transport in the country.
• Indonesia and India - MOU on technical advisory with a strong focus on capacity building for key decision makers in their national railway sector to improve decision making and future planning for railway networks
• Argentina - support the supply chain in Latin America to improve railway efficiency and assess the viability of new business models. The collaboration also looks at implementation of new technologies in the sector
• Jamaica - a knowledge transfer partnership to support the country in developing a railway masterplan to reinstate rail transport in the country, and upskill both academics and government officials with core knowledge on the sector
• Japan - research collaboration and researcher exchanges to advance operations and new railway technologies in both countries
• United Arab Emirates: The MOU signifies a focus on driving innovation, sustainability, and positive outcomes for students and the wider community.