Autonomous Train Industry Overview
The autonomous train market is consolidated and led by global and regionally established players. The companies adopt strategies such as new product launches, collaborations, and mergers to sustain their market positions.
- In February 2024, JR East announced its plans to introduce driverless Shinkansen in Japan by the mid-2030s. JR Tokai could launch self-driving bullet trains even earlier, or by 2028. As part of its Change 2027 program, JR East previously conducted a series of driverless Shinkansen test runs in late 2021, using a 12-car E7-series bullet train. JR East allocated an estimated budget of JPY 200 million for the trials.
Some of the major players in the autonomous train market include Bombardier, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Alstom, Thales, and Siemens AG.
Autonomous Train Market Leaders
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Hitachi Rail STS (Ansaldo)
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Alstom SA
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Thales Group
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Siemens AG
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd
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CRCC Corporation Limited
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order