VPT, A New Systems Architecture ForPlanning And Control Of Train Traffic In TheNetherlands

Abstract

In order to fulfil the expected increase in train traffic demand, Nederlandse Spoorwegen is making considerable investments in both expansion of infra-structure and in development of computer systems for better command of the production process. These systems encompass all processes involved with train traffic, and cover all phases, from planning to supervision. To enable a controlled and timely introduction of all systems involved, an overall architecture was developed. This paper describes the systems architecture and its parts.