Interoperability and the Fourth Railway Package

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Interoperability and the Fourth Railway Package: An overview of progress to date

Original broadcast date: May 11th 2021

In this webinar, leading rail regulatory expert, Jos van Gisbergen, provides a high-level update on the key legislation affecting EU mainline railways. As well as an essential briefing for senior managers across the European rail sector, it also serves as a valuable introduction to rail's regulatory landscape for anyone new to the industry.

An overview of the regulatory environment for the rail sector.
A summary of the responsibilities and requirements of operators, infrastructure managers, manufacturers, contractors, etc.
An update on the implementation of the Fourth Railway Package.
Outline of recent changes to the certification and authorisation processes.

Jos van Gisbergen is an experienced lead auditor and project manager in the field of testing and certification of rolling stock and infrastructure.

As a Senior Railway Consultant, he is responsible for product management in testing and certification and for national and international (European) certification services such as Notified Body and Designated Body, Common Safety Method Assessment Body, Independent Safety Assessments (ISA) and dynamic testing of vehicles. He is also responsible for managing the accreditation of Ricardo Certification in The Netherlands.

Jos is also a member of international Notified Body network NBRAIL.