Modernising Railways: Lessons from Years of Signalling and Telecoms Leadership with Ivan Ristic

🌟 “The great aim of education is not knowledge but action.” – Herbert Spencer

Railway Transportation Systems podcast is excited to host Ivan Ristić, a highly accomplished railway signalling and telecommunications engineer with 26+ years of experience leading complex rail infrastructure projects across Europe, the Balkans, and Africa.

From modernising over 100 stations with electronic interlocking systems to contributing to national ERTMS/ETCS programmes and integrating GSM-R and CBTC technologies, Ivan brings unmatched expertise and insights into delivering safe, efficient, and future-ready rail networks.

This episode dives into:
 ✅ The evolution of signalling systems from legacy to modern technologies
 ✅ Lessons from internationally funded projects (European Commission, EBRD, and more)
 ✅ Challenges of implementing ERTMS/ETCS and CBTC in existing networks
 ✅ The future of railway telecommunications and signalling innovation

Ivan’s career is a testament to turning knowledge into impactful action in railway modernisation.

🎧 Tune in to hear how Ivan’s leadership at Signalling Solutions d.o.o. is shaping railways for the future.

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