Advanced technologies used by Lithuanian railways

Abstract

Advanced Technologies (AT) is one of the major factors accelerating the development of the Lithuanian economy and ensuring the engine of economic growth allowing for a high added value and economic development. The railway transport sector invests in advanced technologies to ensure safety, environmental friendliness, energy efficiency, competitiveness, and a high level of customer-oriented service quality. The article briefly provides AT concepts and usage areas and significance, provides the advanced technologies features, and analyzes the main advanced technologies used by railways.