Information published on 10 April 2018 in the UIC electronic newsletter "UIC eNews" Nr 593.

UIC Terminology: Word of the Week

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Balise

Passive or active device normally mounted close to the track for communication with passing trains. A standard for ETCS balises has been devised within the EUROBALISE project.

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DE: Balise

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UIC e-News 593
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