Japan railway firms boosting efforts for automated operations
Japan Times
23-05-21 03:55
Japanese railway operators, already expanding the use of automation, are considering the use of self-driving trains. Previously, safety concerns over automating lines had prevented operators from taking this step. However, with Japan's population ageing, railway firms now need to streamline their operations. Rail services now testing automation include East Japan Railway, which has trialled wireless automated operation of its main Yamanote Line in Tokyo, and Tokyo Metro, which is testing GoA2.5 semi-automated train operation between a driverless front car and a conductor-operated back car on some of its subway lines.