Lighting is a key part of rolling stock modernisation
Rolling stock is designed for a long service life, but as technology, safety requirements, and passenger expectations continue to evolve, refurbishment often represents a more cost-effective alternative to acquiring new vehicles. When implemented correctly, refurbishment projects extend fleet life, improve reliability, and reduce lifecycle costs.
Refurbishment projects are often driven by the need to improve energy efficiency, simplify maintenance, and meet changing technical and regulatory requirements. The phase-out of fluorescent lamps, in particular, has increased the demand for existing lighting systems to be upgraded to modern LED technology. Teknoware Tube LED tubes have been designed as a direct replacement for traditional fluorescent lighting, while additionally meeting the requirements of new lighting applications. In addition to Teknoware Tube LED tubes, Teknoware’s product portfolio includes an array of LED solutions to meet a whole range of modernisation and refurbishment projects.
Refurbishment projects are not just about replacing components, but can include upgrades too. Intelligent lighting features such as dimming, lighting zone control, and adjustable colour temperature can significantly enhance the passenger experience. As the requirements of refurbishment projects vary, a number of differing lighting control solutions are available. Traintelligence®, for example, enables individual luminaire control, monitoring, and diagnostics, helping to improve both passenger comfort and operational safety.
Modernisation ensures that public transport meets today’s needs and serves passengers better
High-quality lighting improves visibility and supports safe movement within the vehicle. A good example is the lighting refurbishment of Helsinki’s iconic articulated trams, where the objective was to preserve the vehicles’ distinctive appearance while replacing ageing fluorescent lighting with modern LED solutions. The original lighting systems were also manufactured by Teknoware, enabling decades-old installations to be upgraded with products benefitting from Teknoware’s long product lifecycles and cross-generational compatibility.
At their best, modernisation and refurbishment projects combine cost efficiency, sustainability, safety, and an improved user experience, while at the same time helping operators maximise the value and lifespan of their existing rolling stock.
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Teknoware’s experienced specialists help you find the best refurbishment solutions for your fleet. Our solutions can support your refurbishment project by extending vehicle service life, enhancing the passenger experience and improving maintenance efficiency throughout the entire lifecycle.
