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Siemens Mobility has been awarded four significant contracts by HS2 Ltd and will join key contractors under the Rail Systems Alliance. Siemens Mobility will play a crucial role in the delivery and operation of the new 225-kilometer-long British high-speed railway that will connect London and the West Midlands. Capacity and energy efficiency For the first time, Siemens Mobility will implement wayside Automatic Train Operations [ATO] over the European Train Control System [ETCS] Level 2 on a high-speed network, enabling semi-automatic train operations (Grade of Automation 2) for improved capacity, punctuality, and energy efficiency. Another contract focuses on an Engineering Management System that will enable real-time control and monitoring of railway equipment, ultimately enhancing reliability and efficiency. high-voltage power supply All awarded contracts are expected to commence in 2025 with a total order value of approximately 670 million Euros Siemens Mobility also formed a joint venture with Costain Ltd to deliver high-voltage power supply systems along the HS2 route. Finally, Siemens Mobility will take charge of implementing Operational Telecommunications and Security Systems for the entire HS2 route. All awarded contracts are expected to commence in 2025 with a total order value of approximately 670 million Euros, including long-term maintenance agreements, and potentially including additional options. electrification technology “HS2 is set to transform rail travel by offering faster and more reliable passenger journeys and freeing up freight paths in the UK. We are very proud to provide our wayside ATO over ETCS solution, enabling semi-automated train operations for improved capacity, punctuality, and energy efficiency on high-speed travel for the first time. Furthermore, we will deliver cutting-edge electrification technology and maintenance support for this groundbreaking project," said Michael Peter, CEO of Siemens Mobility. “HS2 will play a vital role in connecting the UK’s two largest cities and driving growth and sustainability nationwide. With our 5,500 UK employees, Siemens Mobility is fully committed to delivering advanced transportation solutions designed and built in Britain.” Command, Control, Signaling & Traffic Management [CCS&TM] Siemens Mobility will design, manufacture, supply, install, supervise, inspect, safety authorize, test, commission, and maintain a state-of-the-art European Train Control System [ETCS] Level 2 signaling system and traffic management solution with wayside Automatic Train Operation at GoA2. This solution will eliminate the need for traditional signals along the tracks by providing digital signaling Building on Siemens Mobility's successful signaling technology implemented in projects like Thameslink and the East Coast Digital Programme, this solution will eliminate the need for traditional signals along the tracks by providing digital signaling that feeds information directly to the train driver via a screen in their cab. This will improve operations and substantially simplify maintenance compared to conventional train control systems. Siemens Mobility will provide technical support services for the system for at least 15 years. Engineering Management System Siemens Mobility will design, manufacture, supply, install, integrate, test, commission, and maintain an integrated Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition [SCADA] system that will enable real-time control and monitoring of railway equipment, ultimately enhancing reliability and efficiency, utilizing the company's technology and provision of maintenance and technical support. Siemens Mobility will leverage its 50 years of experience in delivering advanced SCADA systems from projects such as the Elizabeth Line in London. Siemens Mobility will provide technical support services for the system for at least 15 years.   High voltage [HV] power supply systems As part of the construction of HS2, traction and non-traction substations will be built alongside the railway line A Siemens Mobility and Costain joint venture will design, manufacture, supply, install, test, commission, and maintain a high-voltage power supply system for the HS2 high-speed rail project. As part of the construction of HS2, traction and non-traction substations will be built alongside the railway line. These sub-stations will play a critical role in facilitating the delivery of power from the National Grid to high-speed trains and other railway systems, ensuring their efficient and reliable operation. Siemens Mobility and Costain will provide maintenance services for the system for at least seven years.  Operational Telecommunications and Security Systems Siemens Mobility will design, manufacture, supply, install, safety authorize, test, commission, and maintain an Operational Telecommunications and Security System along the HS2 route. This will provide Global System for Mobile Communications-Railway [GSM-R] secure, digital, wireless communications between drivers along the route. Passive provision will be made for an upgrade to the Future Railway Mobile Communication System [FRMCS]. The company will provide technical support services for the system for at least eight years. HS2: Set to transform rail travel in Britain As Britain's second purpose-built high-speed railway, HS2 follows in the footsteps of High Speed 1 HS2, the new high-speed railway currently being constructed, is set to transform Britain’s transportation landscape. Spanning 225 kilometers, the line will connect London to Birmingham with a spur to Handsacre, connecting HS2 trains to other UK cities in the North West and beyond. As Britain's second purpose-built high-speed railway, HS2 follows in the footsteps of High Speed 1, which links London to the Channel Tunnel. HS2 will deliver faster and more efficient journeys, opening new possibilities for both business and leisure travel throughout the nation. Siemens Mobility: Revolutionizing rail travel in the UK With over 170 years of history in the UK, Siemens Mobility has been at the forefront of transforming rail, travel, and transport. Employing approximately 5,500 people across over 30 sites, including manufacturing facilities in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire; Chippenham, Wiltshire; and Goole, East Yorkshire, the company is deeply committed to supporting local economies.  Innovation, sustainability, and efficiency Siemens Mobility pioneers in digital signaling technology and provides cutting-edge service solutions. In October, the company opened its €277 million Rail Village in Goole, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to manufacturing Piccadilly line trains and future UK fleets.  As a trusted partner, Siemens Mobility continues to drive innovation, sustainability, and efficiency across the UK’s transportation network.

Siemens, a technology company announced an innovative collaboration with Spinnova, a sustainable textile technology company, to help transform the textile industry with sustainable fiber production. This collaboration underscores Siemens' strategic commitment to driving sustainability and digitalization in manufacturing industries. sustainability and digitalization Spinnova is known for its groundbreaking technology for producing textile fibers with minimal environmental impact and has teamed up with Siemens to transform the way textiles are manufactured globally. Siemens has helped Spinnova reduce its time to market with its Siemens Xcelerator automation technologies, software, and services. Scaling sustainability impact with Siemens Xcelerator SPINNOVA® fiber can then be processed into yarn and fabrics like any other conventional fiber Spinnova's patented technology produces textile fiber using a mechanical process that mimics how spiders weave their webs. This process can be used to produce fiber from a variety of raw materials, from wood to leather, textiles, and agricultural waste. SPINNOVA® fiber can then be processed into yarn and fabrics like any other conventional fiber. Increased operational efficiency "With their unique technology, based on circularity, Spinnova is setting a new standard for environmental sustainability in the textile industry," said Eryn Devola, Head of Sustainability at Siemens Digital Industries. "Our Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, our know-how, and global network are helping Spinnova scale, reduce time to market, and increase operational efficiency.” According to Spinnova, the production of SPINNOVA® fiber emits 74 percent less CO2 and uses 98 percent less water than the global average of conventional cotton, generates zero process waste, and requires zero harmful chemicals.  Siemens Xcelerator enables sustainable fiber production The transformative power of the collaboration to produce sustainable textiles is showcased at the Woodspin factory in Jyväskylä, Finland, a joint venture between Spinnova and pulp producer Suzano. With digital twins to optimize the product and production processes, IT and OT convergence for enhanced transparency, and robust cybersecurity measures, Siemens is enabling Spinnova to scale up its innovation. This has increased the company’s confidence and expedited time to market, which are crucial factors in today’s fast-paced market environments. Ramping the production “Working with Siemens has transformed how we approach manufacturing. Their technological expertise has enabled us to ramp up production quickly and brings credibility to our mission,” says Tuomas Oijala, CEO of Spinnova. “This collaboration isn’t just about advancing technology; it’s also paving the way for a sustainable future in the textile industry.” Digital twin A digital twin of the product was used to speed up, optimize, and coordinate the research and development The Woodspin factory was simulated and virtually commissioned using a digital twin with Plant Simulation in the Tecnomatix® portfolio, including its operations, material flow, what-if scenarios, and identification of bottlenecks.  This saved time, maintained quality, and increased the efficiency of operations. A digital twin of the product was used to speed up, optimize, and coordinate the research and development of the raw material base using Siemens’ Opcenter™ software, which ensures consistent quality from raw material to finished fiber. Automation architecture The entire automation architecture is based on Siemens’ Totally Integrated Automation concept, where the TIA Portal integrates line control, safety technology, end-to-end diagnostics, drives, and field devices in a unified platform. Siemens Industrial Edge enables Spinnova to collect, process, and send operational data to the cloud for analysis to track key performance indicators like energy consumption and provide transparency to customers and partners.  Defense-in-Depth concept Spinnova's cybersecurity concept is based on the Defense-in-Depth concept and uses cybersecurity technology from Siemens. The collaboration with Spinnova is part of Siemens’ broader strategy to encourage sustainable practices using technological innovations. Siemens is dedicated to shaping the future of industries where technology meets sustainability, to create a positive impact on the planet and society.

Siemens launched Siemens for Startups, a new program to empower early-stage engineering and manufacturing startups. Announced at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, the program will enable new innovative companies to accelerate innovation, streamline development processes, and scale faster by providing venture-related services, while reducing the cost of access to Siemens software and hardware. competitive, sustainable, and resilient "Startups are essential to making our customers more competitive, sustainable, and resilient," said Peter Koerte, Member of the Managing Board of Siemens AG, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Strategy Officer.    "By collaborating with startups, Siemens helps bring breakthrough ideas to industries faster, empowering customers to address global challenges more effectively with cutting-edge technologies, tools, and solutions." three pillars The Siemens for Startups program has three pillars: Connect: The new program will help onboard startup companies to the Siemens Xcelerator marketplace, thus providing access to a global go-to-market channel and the Siemens Xcelerator ecosystem. Collaborate: As an early customer and co-developer, Siemens will collaborate with pioneering startups through venture clients. This approach will give Siemens access to cutting-edge capabilities and services and provide startups with the early revenue needed for growth. Empower: Solutions from the "Siemens for Startups" program will provide startups – whether focused on product development or software development – with packaged access to essential software tools from Siemens Xcelerator. Partnership with AWS The collaboration underscores both companies' commitment to fostering entrepreneurship As part of its ongoing strategic collaboration with AWS, Siemens will link the "Siemens for Startups" program with AWS’s Startup program to accelerate innovation, streamline development processes, and enable startups to scale faster. The collaboration underscores both companies' commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and driving digital transformation in the industrial sector. generative AI, and cloud services "Collaborating with Siemens allows us to extend the capabilities of our AWS Startup program to a new generation of innovators in the engineering and manufacturing space,” said Jon Jones, Vice President and Global Head of Startups at AWS. “By providing startups with advanced software, generative AI, and cloud services, AWS and Siemens are enabling them to bring their ideas to life more quickly and boost entire industries with cutting-edge solutions." tools and resources Qualifying startups will receive AWS credits, business development resources, and access to the AWS Activate program Integrating Siemens' comprehensive suite of industrial software – including design, simulation, and manufacturing solutions from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio – into AWS’s scalable cloud infrastructure and startup program will enable startups to access the tools and resources they need to seize market opportunities. For technical and go-to-market support, qualifying startups will receive AWS credits, business development resources, and access to the AWS Activate program. Showcasing startups At CES 2025, Siemens highlighted the following startup companies that are collaborating with Siemens’ teams and technology to scale operations.       Arkisys is building one of the first business platforms in space for new technology hosting, satellite integration, assembly, and resupply. The Arkisys Port supports scalable rapid prototyping, new payload, and technology testing, the assembly and integration of new free-flying space platforms and destinations for orbital transfer vehicles, and on-orbit assembly and manufacturing. Dirac, a Siemens Technology Partner, is a pioneer in automated manufacturing workflow software, revolutionizing American manufacturing with innovative solutions that bridge the gap between design and production. Its flagship product, BuildOS, is the first automated work instruction platform, using physics-based simulations and manufacturing best practices to automatically generate animated, interactive, 3D assembly-ready work instructions directly from CAD models. BuildOS enables companies to seamlessly transition from design to production while retaining critical tacit knowledge, aggregating and contextualizing it within the design process. As a Technology Partner working alongside Siemens, Dirac has been able to drive enormous value across the Automotive Aerospace & Defense industries. EthonAI is developing the EthonAI Manufacturing Analytics System MAS, a powerful software suite designed to achieve operational excellence at scale. The MAS creates a common context across disparate factory data sources, analyzes data using the latest AI techniques, and makes the results accessible through a suite of interoperating applications. The applications within the MAS are specifically tailored to improve operational KPIs such as quality, throughput, uptime, costs, and sustainability. Customers using EthonAI have achieved waste reductions of over 50 percent. Haddy is revolutionizing furniture manufacturing with advanced 3D printing and robotics, producing high-quality, sustainable products at a low cost and on a commercial scale. Haddy is building a global network of local micro-factories equipped with hybrid Flexbot systems from CEAD and recycling units that shorten the supply chain and help the environment by reducing waste. Instrumental technology automates failure discovery and root cause analysis in electronics manufacturing - accelerating new product development and improving yield in production. Easy-to-use workflows enable engineers to do failure analysis 100x faster. Tended uses geospatial data and wearable technology to transform the safety of high-risk work environments. The solution provides organizations with enhanced visibility over onsite operations to quickly identify and correct unsafe actions. A high degree of accuracy helps to ensure people, plants and equipment are in the right place at the right time, helping to prevent near misses and accidents.