In this episode of Coffee with the Editor, Railways Africa sits down with Patrick Moodley, CEO of Siemens Mobility South Africa, to discuss the company’s role in the country’s rail reform journey.

As South Africa prepares to unlock open access through the Transnet Interim Infrastructure Manager (TRIM), Siemens Mobility is stepping forward with advanced signalling solutions, including SICAS S7 electronic interlockings and the European Train Control System (ETCS). Moodley outlines how these technologies support interoperability, improve network reliability, reduce theft and vandalism, and enable multiple operators to safely and efficiently share infrastructure.

The conversation also covers Siemens’ readiness to support the sector through EPC+F funding models, local engineering capacity, and its broader commitment to rail revitalisation across the SADC region.

Key Topics:

1. TRIM’s open-access rail strategy
2. Siemens’ role in signalling upgrades
3. ETCS as an open, interoperable platform
4. Tackling theft and vandalism through in-cab signalling
5. Financing rail projects through EPC+F and ECA-backed models
6. Local-for-local engineering and delivery

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