Developing the world’s leading level- crossing risk model to target optimized investments and secure reliable rail operations Challenge Level crossings represent a key risk to a railway, as they are an interface between the public, in road vehicles or on foot, and train services. Controlling risks at this critical interface is a strategically important business issue since collisions can cause significant harm to road and rail users, and the very existence of crossings can limit the operational capability of the railway. Investment in reducing risk at level crossings is a significant cost. With single upgrades often exceeding £1M, strategic programs of investment to reduce risk must be targeted to have maximum impact in order to reduce the risk profile and secure reliable rail operations

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