Teleste Corporation - Experts & Thought Leaders

Teleste has signed an agreement with Hitachi Rail to supply advanced passenger information systems for new battery-powered trams in Florence, Italy. The contract covers 16 five-car vehicles, with an option for up to 14 additional units.  Teleste’s delivery includes a complete onboard passenger information system featuring information displays, CCTV, Ethernet connectivity, and an automatic passenger counting system. Onboard security These technologies will enhance the passenger experience, strengthen onboard security These technologies will enhance the passenger experience, strengthen onboard security, and support more efficient operations through precise monitoring of passenger flow. The project marks a significant step in modernising urban mobility in Florence, introducing Hitachi Rail’s innovative battery-powered trams to the historic city. These vehicles enable high-capacity public transport in the city centre without the need for overhead electric lines, preserving the visual harmony of the cityscape and driving forward sustainable public mobility. Tram technology “Florence is the first city to benefit from Hitachi Rail’s battery-powered tram technology, and we are proud to contribute to the success of this innovative tram platform,” said Valerian Sand, Senior Vice President, Public Safety and Mobility, Teleste. “We believe that urban public transport plays a key role in the green transition of mobility, and we are excited to ensure passengers enjoy high-quality, real-time information throughout their journey.”

Teleste has signed an agreement with digital signage provider ZetaDisplay for the delivery of Teleste’s state-of-the-art information displays to Ruter AS, the public transport authority serving the Oslo and Akershus region in Norway. Under this agreement, Teleste’s advanced displays will replace the existing passenger information displays across Ruter’s transport network. Product deliveries will commence in 2025. Range of transport environments “ZetaDisplay has been our trusted partner in Norway for years, and together, we have successfully delivered display solutions for a wide range of public transport environments." "We are pleased to continue this collaboration and support Ruter AS in providing high-quality, real-time passenger information across their network,” said Claudio Borrello, Head of Display Solutions at Teleste. Ruter transit network The project includes three different sizes of stretched TFT displays, all featuring a 32:9 aspect ratio. These displays will be installed on various poles and shelters throughout the Ruter transit network. The project includes three different sizes of stretched TFT displays, all featuring a 32:9 aspect ratio “At ZetaDisplay, we are committed to delivering impactful digital signage solutions that elevate the passenger experience. Teleste’s state-of-the-art displays enable us to provide Ruter with reliable, real-time information in a format that is both visually engaging and operationally efficient." "This collaboration ensures that public transport users across the Oslo and Akershus region benefit from clear, accessible communication every step of the way,” said Marius Lysholm, Country Director, ZetaDisplay. Teleste’s advanced display unit controller To enhance aesthetics and functionality, the displays feature a newly designed door profile that offers a sleeker, more modern appearance with a narrower masking edge on the front glass.  In addition, Teleste’s advanced display unit controller will be integrated into the displays, ensuring enhanced performance, strengthened cybersecurity, and optimised operational efficiency.  Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern public transport networks, the unit not only reduces operational costs for transit operators but also enhances the passenger experience with richer, more engaging content.

As a part of Teleste’s strategy execution, they have entered to an EMS-Partnership with Kyrel Oy from Finland. Through this new collaboration, Teleste aims to ensure continuous high quality, agility, and delivery reliability for our Public Safety and Mobility business unit. Kyrel is well known for its customer-centricity and reliability, values that Teleste shares. This creates a strong foundation for their partnership. Supply chain capabilities Marko Uutela, Director of Operations, Logistics and Sourcing for Teleste's business unit - Public Safety and Mobility, said, "To be able to react even smoother on the fast-changing public safety and mobility market and provide the best value for our customers, we are continuously seeking ways to improve our operations. Reliable partnerships are valuable in supporting our world-class manufacturing and supply chain capabilities." He adds, "Kyrel is a highly valued and well-known partner in the industry, with an optimal logistic location close to our factory and R&D functions. We are really excited to enter to this cooperation with Kyrel and seek end-to-end synergies and efficiencies together." Long-term collaboration Mika Räty, Managing Director of Kyrel Oy, said, "We at Kyrel aim for genuine long-term collaboration to develop operational performance and products together with Teleste. By doing so, we not only advance the business of two great companies but also the electronics industry in Finland." He adds, "Kyrel's main competitive edges include strong personnel capabilities, robust supply process control, and high technological production processes. Additionally, a family-owned business, we offer unique proximity and personal touch to our operations."  They look forward to starting this productive collaboration and creating more value for Teleste’s customers.