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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1694 of 10 August 2023 amending Regulations (EU) No 321/2013, (EU) No 1299/2014, (EU) No 1300/2014, (EU) No 1301/2014, (EU) No 1302/2014, (EU) No 1304/2014 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777 (Text with EEA relevance)
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1694 of 10 August 2023 amending Regulations (EU) No 321/2013, (EU) No 1299/2014, (EU) No 1300/2014, (EU) No 1301/2014, (EU) No 1302/2014, (EU) No 1304/2014 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777 (Text with EEA relevance)
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1694 of 10 August 2023 amending Regulations (EU) No 321/2013, (EU) No 1299/2014, (EU) No 1300/2014, (EU) No 1301/2014, (EU) No 1302/2014, (EU) No 1304/2014 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777 (Text with EEA relevance)
C/2023/5017
OJ L 222, 8.9.2023, p. 88–379
(BG, ES, CS, DA, DE, ET, EL, EN, FR, GA, HR, IT, LV, LT, HU, MT, NL, PL, PT, RO, SK, SL, FI, SV)
In force
8.9.2023 |
EN |
Official Journal of the European Union |
L 222/88 |
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2023/1694
of 10 August 2023
amending Regulations (EU) No 321/2013, (EU) No 1299/2014, (EU) No 1300/2014, (EU) No 1301/2014, (EU) No 1302/2014, (EU) No 1304/2014 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777
(Text with EEA relevance)
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
Having regard to Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (1), and in particular Article 5(11) thereof,
Whereas:
(1) |
Having regard to the role railways are called on to play in a decarbonised transport system, as envisaged by the European Green Deal and the Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, and in the light of developments in that field, a revision of the current Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSIs) is required, in the framework of the Digital Rail and Green Freight package. |
(2) |
Pursuant to Article 3(5), points (b) and (f) of Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/1474 (2) TSIs are to be reviewed in order to take into account the developments of the Union railway system and related research and innovation activities, and update references to standards. This TSI revision shall set the scene for the next TSI revision taking into account the outcomes of Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking and in particular the System Pillar achievements. |
(3) |
Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/1474 sets out specific objectives for the drafting, adoption and review of TSIs of the rail system within the Union. |
(4) |
On 24 January 2020, in accordance with Article 19(1) of Regulation (EU) No 2016/796 of the European Parliament and of the Council (3), the Commission requested the European Union Agency for Railways (the 'Agency') to prepare recommendations implementing a selection of the specific objectives set out in Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/1474. |
(5) |
On 30 June 2022, the Agency issued Recommendation ERA 1175-1218 as regards the TSIs of the Union rail system covering Articles 3 to 11 of Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/1474. |
(6) |
It is appropriate for combined transport to be regulated through TSIs. Changes should accordingly be made, inter alia, to the Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/773 (4) (OPE TSI) and TSIs set out in the Annexes to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1299/2014 (5) (TSI INF) and Commission Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 (6) (TSI WAG) and in the content of the Annex to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777 (7) (RINF). This should enable a more harmonised application of the codification system and foster the development of combined transport; for that purpose ERA will further develop an Acceptable Mean Of Compliance in accordance with Article 2(33) of Directive (EU) 2016/797. |
(7) |
The Union-wide authorization of passenger coaches will be a major step in fostering interoperability of the European railway network. In pursuit of that objective, the Annex to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1302/2014 (8) (TSI LOC&PAS) should be amended, in particular by harmonizing requirements and testing methods in terms of the topic of electromagnetic compatibility and compatibility with train detection systems. |
(8) |
The TSIs LOC&PAS and INF should be amended with a view to harmonizing the specifications applicable to rolling stock and fixed installations, notably by closing open points as regards requirements on traffic loads and load carrying capacity of infrastructure, requirements for operations with more than two pantographs at the same time, and facilitating the retrofitting of trains with Energy Measuring Systems. |
(9) |
Furthermore, TSI LOC&PAS should be amended to clarify the definition of special vehicles including on-track machines, infrastructure inspection vehicles, emergency vehicles, environment vehicles and road-rail vehicles and clarify the applicability of the TSIs to those vehicles. |
(10) |
The Annex to Commission Regulation (EU) No 1304/2014 (9) (TSI NOI) should be amended to introduce a methodology to assess the acoustic performance of composite brake blocks at constituent level. |
(11) |
To enhance the level of rail safety and reliability, the TSIs WAG and LOC&PAS should be amended to incorporate a derailment detection function. |
(12) |
TSI WAG paves the way to the further digital automatic coupling (DAC) development, migration and implementation; its deployment will be a major step in modernising the European railway freight business. |
(13) |
Given that no specific new competence is required for the assessment of conformity of interoperability constituents or the verification of subsystems, there should be no change as regards the notified bodies for the purposes of Commission Regulations (EU) 321/2013, (EU) 1299/2014, (EU) 1300/2014 (10), (EU) 1301/2014 (11), (EU) 1302/2014 and (EU) 1304/2014. |
(14) |
It should be clarified when to apply the TSIs INF and the Annex to Regulation (EU) No 1301/2014 (TSI ENE) in case of upgrade or renewal of existing subsystems and fixed installations, in order to ensure a gradual transition to a fully interoperable European railway system, in accordance with Article 4 of Directive (EU) 2016/797. |
(15) |
The Annex to Regulation (EU) No 1300/2014 (TSI PRM) should be amended to better define the basic parameters which facilitate access to railway services for persons with reduced mobility, including the introduction of the concept of interoperable wheelchair transportable by train. Further clarifications are required concerning ticket vending machines and provision of travel information in aural, visual and tactile form. |
(16) |
References to standards require regular updates. In order to facilitate future updates, all details about standards should be gathered in dedicated appendices to each TSI, which can then be amended without amending the TSI core text. Such approach enables the applicants to use modern IT tools which perform better for requirements capture. All TSIs on Fixed Installations and Rolling Stock should be amended accordingly. |
(17) |
The railway infrastructure parameters registered in the Register of Infrastructure (RINF) should also evolve, in particular by amending, the tables listing such parameters consistently with other amendments included in this Regulation and Commission Implementing Regulations (EU) 2023/1695 (12) and (EU) 2023/1693 (13), by making the infrastructure manager the data provider replacing the national registration entity which may keep a coordination role, and by identifying future developments. |
(18) |
Therefore the following Regulations should be amended accordingly:
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(19) |
The measures provided for in this Regulation are in accordance with the opinion of the Railway Safety and Interoperability Committee |
HAS ADOPTED THIS REGULATION:
Article 1
Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 is amended as follows:
(1) |
Article 4 is replaced as follows: ‘Article 4 Not used.’; |
(2) |
Article 9a is deleted; |
(3) |
the Annex is amended in accordance with Annex I to this Regulation. |
Article 2
Regulation (EU) No 1299/2014 is amended as follows:
(1) |
Article 6 is replaced as follows: ‘Article 6 Projects at an advanced stage of development Article 7(2) of Directive (EU) 2016/797 applies.’ |
(2) |
the Annex is amended in accordance with Annex II to this Regulation. |
Article 3
Regulation (EU) No 1300/2014 is amended as follows:
(1) |
Article 2 is modified as follows:
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(2) |
Article 4 is modified as follows:
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(3) |
in Article 5, ‘Article 9(3) of Directive 2008/57/EC’ is replaced by ‘Article 7(2) of Directive (EU) 2016/797’; |
(4) |
in Article 6 paragraph 5, ‘Directive 2008/57/EC’ is replaced by ‘Directive (EU) 2016/797’; |
(5) |
In Article 7 paragraph 3, ‘Article 6 of Directive 2008/57/EC’ is replaced by ‘Article 5 of Directive (EU) 2016/797’; |
(6) |
Article 8 is modified as follows:
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(7) |
in Article 9 paragraph 4, ‘Directive 2008/57/EC’ is replaced by ‘Directive (EU) 2016/797’; |
(8) |
the Annex is amended in accordance with Annex III to this Regulation. |
Article 4
Regulation (EU) No 1301/2014 is amended as follows:
(1) |
the paragraph in Article 6 is replaced as follows: ‘Article 7(2) of Directive (EU) 2016/797 applies.’; |
(2) |
Article 9 is amended as follows:
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(3) |
the Annex is amended in accordance with Annex IV to this Regulation. |
Article 5
Regulation (EU) No 1302/2014 is amended as follows:
(1) |
in Article 2(1), point (d), the term ‘mobile railway infrastructure construction and maintenance equipment’ is replaced by: ‘special vehicles, such as on-track machines (OTMs)’; |
(2) |
Article 8 is deleted; |
(3) |
Article 11 is amended as follows:
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(4) |
the Annex is amended in accordance with Annex V to this Regulation. |
Article 6
The Annex to Regulation (EU) No 1304/2014 is replaced by the text in Annex VI to this Regulation.
Article 7
Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777 is amended as follows:
(1) |
in Article 1, paragraph 2 is replaced as follows: ‘2. Each Member State shall instruct its Infrastructure Managers to include the values of the parameters of its railway network in an electronic application which shall comply with the common specifications of this Regulation.’ |
(2) |
Article 2 is modified as follows:
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(3) |
Articles 4 and 5 are replaced as follows: ‘Article 4 Data submission and update 1. Infrastructure managers shall directly submit data to the RINF Application, as soon as such data becomes available. The infrastructure managers shall ensure the accuracy, completeness, consistency and timeliness of the submitted data. 2. Infrastructure managers shall make available in RINF all information relating to new infrastructures to be placed in service, upgraded or renewed before their placing in service. Article 5 National Registration Entity Member State may designate a national registration entity to act as point of contact between the Agency and the infrastructure managers in the view of assisting and coordinating the infrastructure managers of their territory provided that this does not put at risk the availability of data in accordance with Article 4.’ |
(4) |
Article 6 is replaced as follows: ‘Article 6 Future developments 1. The Agency shall update the RINF application by 15 December 2024 in order to:
2. Further developments of the RINF application may create a data system feeding into all electronic information flows in respect of the Union rail network. (*1) Directive 2012/34/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 November 2012 establishing a single European railway area (OJ L 343, 14.12.2012, p. 32)." (*2) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2177 of 22 November 2017 on access to service facilities and rail-related services (OJ L 307, 23.11.2017, p. 1) (C/2017/7692).’;" |
(5) |
a new Article 7a is added: ‘Article 7a ERA vocabulary “ERA Vocabulary” means a Technical Document issued by the Agency pursuant to Article 4(8) of Directive (EU) 2016/797, establishing human and machine readable data definitions and presentations and linked quality and accuracy requirements for each data element (ontology) of the rail system. The Agency shall ensure the ERA vocabulary is maintained to reflect regulatory and technical developments affecting the rail system.’ |
(6) |
the Annex is amended in accordance with Annex VII to this Regulation. |
Article 8
This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Brussels, 10 August 2023.
For the Commission
The President
Ursula VON DER LEYEN
(1) OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44.
(2) Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2017/1474 of 8 June 2017 supplementing Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to specific objectives for the drafting, adoption and review of technical specifications for interoperability (OJ L 210, 15.8.2017, p. 5).
(3) Regulation (EU) No 2016/796 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the European Union Agency for Railways and repealing Regulation (EC) No 881/2004 (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 1).
(4) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/773 of 16 May 2019 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the operation and traffic management subsystem of the rail system within the European Union and repealing Decision 2012/757/EU (OJ L 139I , 27.5.2019, p. 5)
(5) Commission Regulation (EU) No 1299/2014 of 18 November 2014 on the technical specifications for interoperability relating to the ‘infrastructure’ subsystem of the rail system in the European Union (OJ L 356, 12.12.2014, p. 1).
(6) Commission Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 of 13 March 2013 concerning the technical specification for interoperability relating to the subsystem ‘rolling stock — freight wagons’ of the rail system in the European Union and repealing Decision 2006/861/EC (OJ L 104, 12.4.2013, p. 1).
(7) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/777 of 16 May 2019 on the common specifications for the register of railway infrastructure and repealing Implementing Decision 2014/880/EU (OJ LI 139, 27.5.2019, p. 312).
(8) Commission Regulation (EU) No 1302/2014 of 18 November 2014 concerning a technical specification for interoperability relating to the ‘rolling stock — locomotives and passenger rolling stock’ subsystem of the rail system in the European Union (OJ L 356, 12.12.2014, p. 228).
(9) Commission Regulation (EU) No 1304/2014 of 26 November 2014 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the subsystem ‘rolling stock — noise’ amending Decision 2008/232/EC and repealing Decision 2011/229/EU (OJ L 356, 12.12.2014, p. 421).
(10) Commission Regulation (EU) No 1300/2014 of 18 November 2014 on the technical specifications for interoperability relating to accessibility of the Union's rail system for persons with disabilities and persons with reduced mobility (OJ L 356, 12.12.2014, p. 110).
(11) Commission Regulation (EU) No 1301/2014 of 18 November 2014 on the technical specifications for interoperability relating to the ‘energy’ subsystem of the rail system in the Union (OJ L 356, 12.12.2014, p. 179).
(12) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1695 of 10 August 2023 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the control-command and signalling subsystems of the rail system in the European Union and repealing Regulation (EU) 2016/919 (see page 380 of this Official Journal).
(13) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/1693 of 10 August 2023 amending Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/773 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the operation and traffic management subsystem of the rail system within the European Union (see page 1 of this Official Journal).
ANNEX I
The Annex to Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 is amended as follows:
(1) |
point 1 is replaced by the following: ‘1. INTRODUCTION A Technical Specification for Interoperability (TSI) is a specification that covers a subsystem (or part of it) as defined in Article 2(11) of Directive (EU) 2016/797 in order:
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(2) |
point 1.2 is replaced by the following: ‘1.2. Geographical scope This Regulation applies to the Union rail system.’; |
(3) |
in point 1.3., the introductory phrase and point (a) are replaced by the following: ‘In accordance with Article 4(3) of Directive (EU) 2016/797, this TSI:
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(4) |
in point 2.1, second paragraph, point (a) is replaced by the following:
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(5) |
Chapter 3 is amended as follows:
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(6) |
point 4.1 is replaced by the following: ‘4.1. Introduction The rail system, to which Directive (EU) 2016/797 applies and of which freight wagons form a part, is an integrated system whose consistency shall be verified. This consistency shall be checked in particular with regard to the specifications of the rolling stock subsystem and the compatibility with the network (Section 4.2), its interfaces in relation to the other subsystems of the rail system in which it is integrated (Sections 4.2 and 4.3), as well as the initial operating and maintenance rules (Sections 4.4 and 4.5) as requested by Article 15(4) of Directive (EU) 2016/797. The technical file, as set out in Article 15(4) of Directive (EU) 2016/797 and in point 2.4 of Annex IV to that Directive, shall contain in particular design related values concerning the compatibility with the network.’; |
(7) |
in point 4.2.1, the third paragraph is deleted; |
(8) |
point 4.2.2.2 is amended as follows:
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(9) |
in point 4.2.2.3, the following paragraph is added: ‘Units intended to be used for combined transport and requiring a wagon compatibility code shall be equipped with devices for securing the Intermodal Loading Unit.’; |
(10) |
point 4.2.3.1 is amended as follows:
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(11) |
in point 4.2.3.2, the second paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The permissible payload a unit may carry, for axle loads up to and including 25 t, shall be determined by application of the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [5].’; |
(12) |
point 4.2.3.3 is replaced by the following: ‘4.2.3.3. Compatibility with train detection systems If the unit is intended to be compatible with one or more of the following train detection systems, this compatibility shall be established in accordance with the provisions of the technical document referenced in Appendix D.2 Index [A]:
The related specific cases are defined in section 7.7 of the CCS TSI.’; |
(13) |
in point 4.2.3.4, the second and third paragraphs are replaced by the following: ‘If the unit is intended to be capable of being monitored by line side equipment on the 1 435 mm track gauge network the unit shall be compliant with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [6] in order to ensure sufficient visibility. For units intended to be operated on the networks with track gauges of 1 524 mm, 1 600 mm, 1 668 mm, the corresponding values in Table 2 referring to the parameters of the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [6] shall be applied.’; |
(14) |
in point 4.2.3.5.2, second paragraph, the first indent is replaced by the following:
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(15) |
the following point 4.2.3.5.3 is inserted: ‘4.2.3.5.3. Derailment detection and prevention function The derailment detection and prevention function is intended to prevent derailments or to mitigate the consequences of a derailment of the unit. If a unit is fitted with the derailment detection and prevention function, the requirements below shall be met. 4.2.3.5.3.1. General requirements The function shall be able to detect either a derailment or conditions which are a precursor to derailment of the unit in accordance with one of the three sets of requirements set out in points 4.2.3.5.3.2, 4.2.3.5.3.3 and 4.2.3.5.3.4 below. It is allowed to combine those requirements as follows:
4.2.3.5.3.2 Derailment prevention function (DPF) The DPF shall send a signal to the driver’s cab of the locomotive hauling the train once a precursor to derailment is detected in the unit. The signal enabling the DPF to be available at train level and its transmission between the unit, the locomotive and the other coupled unit(s) in a train shall be documented in the technical file. 4.2.3.5.3.3. Derailment detection function (DDF) The DDF shall send a signal to the driver’s cab of the locomotive hauling the train once the derailment is detected in the unit. The signal enabling the DDF to be available at train level and its transmission between the unit, the locomotive and the other coupled unit(s) in a train shall be documented in the technical file. 4.2.3.5.3.4. Derailment detection and actuation function (DDAF) The DDAF shall automatically activate a brake application when the derailment is detected without possibility of overriding by the driver. The risk of false derailment detections shall be limited to an acceptable level. Therefore, the DDAF shall be subject to a risk assessment in accordance with Implementing Regulation (EU) No 402/2013. It shall be possible to deactivate the DDAF directly on the unit when the unit is stopped. That deactivation will release and isolate the DDAF from the brake system. The DDAF shall indicate its status (activated/deactivated) and that status shall be visible from both sides of the unit. If this is not physically feasible, the DDAF shall indicate its status from at least one side and the other side of the wagon shall be marked in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [2].’; |
(16) |
in point 4.2.3.6.1, the first paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The integrity of the structure of a bogie frame, all attached equipment and body to bogie connection shall be demonstrated based on methods as set out in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [9]’; |
(17) |
in point 4.2.3.6.2, Table 3 is replaced by the following: ‘Table 3 Limits of use of the geometric dimensions of wheelsets
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(18) |
in point 4.2.4.3.2.1, the second and third paragraphs are replaced by the following: ‘The brake performance of a unit shall be calculated in accordance with one of the specifications referenced in Appendix D, either Index [16], Index [37], Index [58] or Index [17]. The calculation shall be validated by tests. Brake performance calculation in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [17] shall be validated as set out in the same specification or in the specification referenced in Appendix D, Index [58].’; |
(19) |
point 4.2.4.3.2.2 is amended as follows:
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(20) |
in point 4.2.5, the eighth paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The unit shall meet the requirements of this TSI without degradation for snow, ice and hail conditions as defined in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [18], which correspond to the nominal range.’; |
(21) |
in point 4.2.6.2.1, the second paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘Units shall be bonded in accordance with the provisions as described in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [27].’; |
(22) |
in point 4.2.6.2.2, the second paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The unit shall be designed so that direct contact is prevented following the provisions set out in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [27].’; |
(23) |
in point 4.2.6.3, the second sentence is replaced by the following: ‘The dimensions and clearance of these attachment devices shall be as described in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [28].’; |
(24) |
in point 4.3.1, Table 5 is amended as follows:
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(25) |
in point 4.3.2, Table 6 is amended as follows:
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(26) |
in point 4.3.3, Table 7, is amended as follows:
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(27) |
in point 4.4, in the last paragraph, the following sentence is deleted: ‘The Notified Body shall verify only that the documentation on operation is provided.’ |
(28) |
in point 4.5, in the third paragraph, the following sentence is deleted: ‘The Notified Body shall verify only that the documentation on maintenance is provided.’ |
(29) |
in point 4.5.1, the introductory phrase is replaced by the following: ‘The general documentation comprises:’; |
(30) |
in point 4.5.2, the third sentence of the introductory paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The maintenance design justification file comprises:’; |
(31) |
point 4.8, the first paragraph, is amended as follows:
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(32) |
point 6.1.2.1 is replaced by the following: ‘6.1.2.1 Running gear The demonstration of conformity for running dynamic behaviour is set out in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [8]. Units equipped with an established running gear as described in that specification are presumed to be in conformity with the relevant requirement provided that the running gears are operated within their established area of use. The minimum axle load and maximum axle load during operation of a wagon equipped with an established running gear shall be compliant with the loading conditions between tare and loaded specified for the established running gear, as in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [8]. In case the minimum axle load is not achieved by the mass of the vehicle in tare condition, conditions for use can be applied to the wagon requiring to operate it always with a minimum payload or a ballast (for example with an empty loading device), to be compliant with the parameters of the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [8]. In such case, the parameter ‘Mass of wagon in tare conditions’ used for dispensation of on track tests can be substituted by ‘Minimum axle load’. This shall be reported in the Technical File as a condition for use. The assessment of the bogie frame strength shall be based on the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [9].’; |
(33) |
point 6.1.2.2 is replace by the following: ‘6.1.2.2. Wheelset The demonstration of conformity for the mechanical behaviour of the wheelset assembly shall be carried out in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [10], which defines limit values for the axial assembly force and the associated verification test.’; |
(34) |
in point 6.1.2.3(a), the first, second and third paragraphs are replaced by the following: ‘Forged and rolled wheels: The mechanical characteristics shall be proven following the procedure described in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [11]. If the wheel is intended to be used with brake blocks acting on the wheel running surface, the wheel shall be thermo mechanically proven by taking into account the maximum braking energy foreseen. A type test, as described in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [11], shall be performed in order to check that the lateral displacement of the rim during braking and the residual stress are within the specified tolerance limits. The decision criteria of residual stresses for forged and rolled wheels are set out in the same specification’; |
(35) |
in point 6.1.2.4, the first and second paragraphs are replaced by the following: ‘In addition to the requirement for the assembly above, the demonstration of conformity of the mechanical resistance and fatigue characteristics of the axle shall be based on the specification referenced in Appendix D, Index [12]. That specification includes the decision criteria for the permissible stress. A verification procedure shall exist to ensure at the production phase that no defects may adversely affect safety due to any change in the mechanical characteristics of the axles. The tensile strength of the material in the axle, the resistance to impact, the surface integrity, the material characteristics and the material cleanliness shall be verified. The verification procedure shall specify the batch sampling used for each characteristic to be verified.’; |
(36) |
in point 6.2.2.1, the first paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The demonstration of conformity shall be in accordance with one of the specifications referenced in Appendix D, either Index [3] or Index [1].’; |
(37) |
point 6.2.2.2 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.2.2. Safety against derailment running on twisted track The demonstration of conformity shall be carried out in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [7].’; |
(38) |
point 6.2.2.3 is amended as follows:
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(39) |
in point 6.2.2.4, the first paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The demonstration of conformity for mechanical resistance and fatigue characteristics of the rolling bearing shall be in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [13].’; |
(40) |
point 6.2.2.5 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.2.5. Running gear for manual change of wheelsets Changeover between 1 435 mm and 1 668 mm track gauges The technical solutions described in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [14] for axle units and for bogie units are deemed to be compliant with the requirements in point 4.2.3.6.7. Changeover between 1 435 mm and 1 524 mm track gauges The technical solution described in the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [15] is deemed to be compliant with the requirements in point 4.2.3.6.7.’; |
(41) |
in point 6.2.2.8.1, the first sentence is replaced by the following: ‘Barriers shall be tested in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [19].’; |
(42) |
point 6.2.2.8.2 is amended as follows:
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(43) |
point 6.2.2.8.3 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.2.8.3 Cables The electrical cables shall be selected and installed in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Indexes [24] and [25].’; |
(44) |
point 6.2.2.8.4 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.2.8.4 Flammable liquids The measures taken shall be in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [26].’; |
(45) |
point 7.1 is replaced by the following: ‘7.1 Authorisation for placing on the market
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(46) |
point 7.1.1 is replaced by the following: ‘7.1.1. Application to ongoing projects
(*1) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/387 of 9 March 2020 amending Regulations (EU) No 321/2013, (EU) No 1302/2014 and (EU) 2016/919 as regards the extension of the area of use and transition phases (OJ L 73, 10.3.2020, p. 6-18).’;" |
(47) |
point 7.1.2, the third paragraph, is amended as follows:
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(48) |
in point 7.2.1, the fifth paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘Non-certified ICs: Components which correspond to an IC in Chapter 5 but are not holding a certificate of conformity and which are produced before the expiry of the transitional period referred to in Article 8’; |
(49) |
in point 7.2.2, the heading is replaced by the following:
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(50) |
in point 7.2.2.1, the second paragraph, the first sentence is replaced by the following: ‘This point 7.2.2 applies in case of any change(s) to a unit in operation or to an existing unit type, including renewal or upgrade.’; |
(51) |
point 7.2.2.2 is amended as follows:
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(52) |
in point 7.2.2.3, the heading and the first paragraph are replaced by the following: ‘7.2.2.3. Particular rules for units in operation not covered by an EC declaration of verification with a first authorisation for placing in service before 1 January 2015 The following rules apply, in addition to point 7.2.2.2, to units in operation with a first authorisation for placing in service before 1 January 2015, where the scope of the change has an impact on basic parameters not covered by the EC declaration.’; |
(53) |
point 7.2.2.4 is amended as follows:
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point 7.2.3.1 is replaced by the following: ‘7.2.3.1. Rolling stock subsystem This point concerns a rolling stock type (unit type in the context of this TSI), as defined in Article 2(26) of Directive (EU) 2016/797, which is subject to an EC type or design verification procedure in accordance with section 6.2 of this TSI. It also applies to the EC type or design verification procedure in accordance with the TSI NOI, which refers to this TSI for its scope of application to freight units. The TSI assessment basis for an EC type or design examination is defined in columns ‘Design review’ and ‘Type test’ of Appendix F of this TSI and of Appendix C of the TSI NOI.’; |
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points 7.2.3.1.1 and 7.2.3.1.2 are replaced by the following: ‘7.2.3.1.1. Definitions (1) Initial assessment framework The initial assessment framework is the set of TSIs (this TSI and the TSI NOI) applicable at the beginning of the design phase when the notified body is contracted by the applicant. (2) Certification framework The certification framework is the set of TSIs (this TSI and the TSI NOI) applicable at the time of issuing the EC type or design examination certificate. It is the initial assessment framework amended with the revisions of TSIs that came into force during the design phase. (3) Design phase The design phase is the period starting once a notified body, which is responsible for EC verification, is contracted by the applicant and ending when the EC type or design examination certificate is issued. A design phase can cover a type and one or several type variant(s) and type version(s). For all type variant(s) and type version(s), the design phase is considered as starting at the same time as for the main type. (4) Production phase The production phase is the period during which units may be placed on the market on the basis of an EC declaration of verification referring to a valid EC type or design examination certificate. (5) Unit in operation A unit is in operation when it is registered with ‘Valid’ registration code ‘00’, in the National Vehicle Register in accordance with Decision 2007/756/EC or in the European Vehicle Register in accordance with Implementing Decision (EU) 2018/1614 and maintained in a safe state of running in accordance with Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/779. 7.2.3.1.2. Rules related to the EC type or design examination certificate
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the following point 7.2.3.1.3 is inserted: ‘7.2.3.1.3. Validity of the EC type or design examination certificate
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point 7.2.3.2 is replaced by the following: ‘7.2.3.2. Interoperability constituents
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in point 7.3.1, the first paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The specific cases, as listed in point 7.3.2, are classified as:
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point 7.3.2.2 is amended as follows:
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in point 7.3.2.4, the heading ‘Specific case UK for Great Britain’ and the following two paragraphs are deleted; |
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point 7.3.2.5 is replaced by the following: ‘7.3.2.5 Brake safety requirements (point 4.2.4.2) Specific case Finland For freight wagon intended to operate only on 1 524 mm network, the safety requirement defined in point 4.2.4.2 is deemed fulfilled if the unit complies with conditions defined in point 9 of Appendix C with the following modifications:
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point 7.3.2.7 is deleted; |
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point 7.6 is deleted; |
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Appendix A is replaced by the following: ‘Appendix A Changes of requirements and transition regimes For other TSI points than these listed in Table A.1 and Table A.2, compliance with the ‘previous TSI’ (i.e. this Regulation, as amended by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/387 (*3) imply compliance with this TSI applicable from 28 September 2023. Changes with a generic transition regime of 7 years: For TSI points listed in Table A.1, compliance with the previous TSI does not imply compliance with the version of this TSI applicable from 28 September 2023. Projects already in design phase on 28 September 2023 shall comply with the requirement of this TSI from 28 September 2030. Projects in production phase and units in operation are not affected by the TSI requirements listed in Table A.1 Table A.1 transition regime of 7 years
Changes with a specific transition regime: For TSI points listed in Table A.2, compliance with the previous TSI does not imply compliance with this TSI applicable from 28 September 2023. Projects already in design phase on 28 September 2023, projects in production phase, and units in operation shall comply with the requirement of this TSI in accordance with the respective transition regime set out in Table A.2 starting from 28 September 2023. Table A.2 Specific transition regime
(*3) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/387 of 9 March 2020 amending Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 concerning the technical specification for interoperability relating to the subsystem ‘rolling stock — freight wagons’ of the rail system (OJ L 73 10.3.2020, p. 6)." |
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Appendix C is amended as follows:
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Appendix D is replaced by the following: ‘Appendix D D.1 Standards or normative documents
D.2 Technical documents (available on ERA website)
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Appendix E is amended as follows:
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Appendix F is amended as follows: A new line is added after ‘Running dynamic behaviour’ as follows:
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Appendix G is replaced by the following: ‘Appendix G List of composite brake blocks exempted of a declaration of conformity as referred in Article 8b This Appendix is referenced in Appendix D.2, index [C]. |
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the following Appendix H is added: ‘Appendix H Codification of units intended to be used in combined transport The codification of units intended to be used in combined transport shall be in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D.2, index [B]. The following requirements are applicable to units intended to be used in combined transport and requiring a Wagon Compatibility Code. H.1 Wagon Compatibility Code
H.2 Wagon Correction Digit
H.3 Characteristics of the reference wagons The combined transport 'P' profiles are calculated on the basis of the characteristics of the reference recess wagon defined as:
The combined transport 'C' and ISO profiles are calculated on the basis of the characteristics of the reference wagon defined as:
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(*1) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/387 of 9 March 2020 amending Regulations (EU) No 321/2013, (EU) No 1302/2014 and (EU) 2016/919 as regards the extension of the area of use and transition phases (OJ L 73, 10.3.2020, p. 6-18).’;
(*2) Commission Regulation (EU) No 1304/2014 of 26 November 2014 on the technical specification for interoperability relating to the subsystem ‘rolling stock — noise’ amending Decision 2008/232/EC and repealing Decision 2011/229/EU (OJ L 356, 12.12.2014, p. 421).’;
(*3) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/387 of 9 March 2020 amending Regulation (EU) No 321/2013 concerning the technical specification for interoperability relating to the subsystem ‘rolling stock — freight wagons’ of the rail system (OJ L 73 10.3.2020, p. 6).’
(1) Two-axle wagons with axle load up to 22,5 t the value shall be taken as 1 651 mm.’
(2) Changeover in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [38].
(3) An ‘S1’ unit is a unit with empty/load device. The maximum load per axle is 22,5 t.
(4) Only for two stage load brake (changeover command) and P10 (cast iron blocks with 10 ‰ phosphor)- or LL-brake blocks.
(5) The maximum mean retardation force allowed (for running speed at 100 km/h) is . This value comes from the maximum braking energy input permitted on a clasp braked wheel with a nominal new diameter in the range of [920 mm; 1 000 mm] during braking (the brake weight shall be limited to 18 tonnes/axle).
(6) Variable load relay in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [35] in combination with a variable load sensing device in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [39].
(7) , with Te = 2 sec. Distance calculation in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix D Index [16].
(8) An ‘S2’ unit is a unit with a variable load relay. The maximum load per axle is 22,5 t.
(9) The automatic-load controlled equipment of wagons worked under s conditions can provide a maximum braked weight of λ = 100%, up to load limit equal to 67 % of the maximum permissible wagon weight.
For standard wheelset with using the max axle load
Max 1 000 mm; minimal worn 840 mm, max axle load 22,5t,
Max axle load for λ=100: 15 t
Max 840 mm; minimal worn 760 mm,
max axle load 20 t, Max axle load for λ=100: 13 t
Max 760 mm; minimal worn 680 mm,
max axle load 18 t, Max axle load for λ=100: 12 t
Max 680 mm; minimal worn 620 mm
Max axle load 16 t, Max axle load for λ=100: 10,5 t
(10) An ‘SS’ unit shall be equipped with a variable load relay. The maximum load per axle is 22,5 t.
(11) λ must not exceed 125 %, considering for braking only on wheels (brake blocks), the maximum mean retardation force allowed of 16 kN/axle (for running speed at 120 km/h).
(12) The requirement by a running speed of 120 km/h is to fulfil λ = 100 % up to the SS load limit, with following derogation: the mean retardation force for tread brake with wheel diameter [new max 1 000mm, worn min. 840 mm] shall be limited to 16 kN/wheelset. This limit is caused by the maximum admissible braking energy corresponding to 20 t axle load with λ = 90 % and 18 t braked weight per wheelset.
If a braked weight percentage of more than 100 % is required with an axle load of more than 18 t, it is necessary to realize another type of brake system (for example disc brakes) to limit the thermal load on the wheel.’
ANNEX II
The Annex to Regulation (EU) No 1299/2014 is amended as follows:
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point 2.5 is replaced by the following: ‘2.5. Relation to the safety management system Necessary processes to manage safety and operations according to the requirements in the scope of this TSI, including interfaces to humans, organisations, or other technical systems, shall be designed and implemented in the infrastructure manager's safety management system as required by Directive (EU) 2016/798.’; |
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the following point 2.6 is added: ‘2.6. Relation to the codification of Combined Transport
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in point 4.1, point (6) is replaced by the following:
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point 4.2.1 is amended as follows:
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in point 4.2.3.1, points (1), (2) and (3) are replaced by the following:
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in point 4.2.3.2, point (3) is replaced by the following:
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in point 4.2.3.4, point (2) is replaced by the following:
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in point 4.2.4.5(4), the first paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘The following wheelsets, as defined in the specification referenced in Appendix T, index [6], shall be modelled passing over the designed track conditions (simulated by calculation in accordance with the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [5]):
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in point 4.2.4.6, point (1) is replaced by the following:
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in point 4.2.6.1, points (b) and (c) are replaced by the following:
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in point 4.2.6.3, points (a) and (b) are replaced by the following:
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point 4.2.7 is replaced by the following: ‘4.2.7 Structures resistance to traffic loads The requirements of the specifications referenced in Appendix T, Index [10] and Index [11] specified in this point of the TSI are to be applied in accordance with the corresponding points in the national annexes to those specifications if they exist. 4.2.7.1. Resistance of new bridges to traffic loads 4.2.7.1.1. Vertical loads
4.2.7.1.2. Allowance for dynamic effects of vertical loads
4.2.7.1.3. Centrifugal forces Where the track on a bridge is curved over the whole or part of the length of the bridge, the centrifugal force shall be taken into account in the design of bridges as set out in the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [10]. 4.2.7.1.4. Nosing forces The nosing force shall be taken into account in the design of bridges as set out in the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [10]. 4.2.7.1.5. Actions due to traction and braking (longitudinal loads) Traction and braking forces shall be taken into account in the design of bridges as set out in the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [10]. 4.2.7.1.6. Design track twist due to rail traffic actions The maximum total design track twist due to rail traffic actions shall not exceed the values set out in the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [11]. 4.2.7.2. Equivalent vertical loading for new geotechnical structures, earthworks and earth pressure effects
4.2.7.3. Resistance of new structures over or adjacent to tracks Aerodynamic actions from passing trains shall be taken into account as set out in the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [10]. 4.2.7.4. Resistance of existing structures (bridges, geotechnical structures and earthworks) to traffic loads
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in point 4.2.8.1, point (1) is replaced by the following:
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in point 4.2.8.2, point (1) is replaced by the following:
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point 4.2.8.3 is amended as follows:
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point 4.2.9.2 is amended as follows:
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point 4.2.9.3 is amended as follows:
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point 4.2.10.1 is replaced by the following: ‘4.2.10.1. Maximum pressure variations in tunnels
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point 4.2.12.4 is amended as follows:
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point 4.3.1 is amended as follows:
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In point 4.3.2, Table 17 is amended as follows:
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In point 4.3.3, Table 18 is amended as follows:
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In point 4.3.4, Table 19 is amended as follows:
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in point 5.3.3, point (2) is replaced by the following:
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in point 6.1.5.1, points (a), (b) and (c) are replaced by the following:
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in point 6.1.5.2, point (1) is replaced by the following:
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in point 6.2.4.1, point (1) is replaced by the following:
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in point 6.2.4.2, points (1) and (2) are replaced by the following:
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in point 6.2.4.4, the following point (3) is added:
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point 6.2.4.6 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.4.6. Assessment of design values for equivalent conicity Assessment of design values for equivalent conicity shall be done using the results of calculations made by the infrastructure manager or the contracting entity on the basis of the specification referenced in Appendix T, Index [5].’; |
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point 6.2.4.10 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.4.10. Assessment procedure of existing structures
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in point 6.2.4.11, point (1) is replaced by the following:
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point 6.2.4.12 is replaced by the following: ‘6.2.4.12. Assessment of maximum pressure variations in tunnels
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point 6.3 is replaced by the following:
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point 6.4 is replaced by the following: ‘6.4. Assessment of maintenance file
(*4) Directive (EU) 2016/797 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 May 2016 on the interoperability of the rail system within the European Union (OJ L 138, 26.5.2016, p. 44).’;" |
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in point 6.5.1(1), the introductory phrase is replaced by the following: ‘Until the list of interoperability constituents listed in Chapter 5 of this TSI are revised, a notified body is allowed to issue an EC certificate of verification for a subsystem even if some of the interoperability constituents incorporated within the subsystem are not covered by the relevant EC declarations of conformity and/or suitability for use according to this TSI, if the following criteria are complied with:’; |
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in Chapter 7, the first paragraph is deleted; |
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points 7.1 to 7.6 are replaced by the following: ‘7.1. National implementation plan Member States shall develop a national plan for the implementation of this TSI, targeting the coherence of the entire rail system of the Union. This plan shall include all projects regarding new, renewal and upgrading of infrastructure subsystem and shall ensure a gradual migration within a reasonable timescale onwards an interoperable target infrastructure subsystem fully compliant with this TSI. 7.2. Application of this TSI to a new infrastructure subsystem
7.3. Application of this TSI to an existing infrastructure subsystem 7.3.1. Performance criteria of the subsystem In addition to the cases referred to in point 7.2.(3), ‘upgrading’ is a major modification work of an existing infrastructure subsystem resulting in at least compliance with one additional traffic code or a change in the declared combination of traffic codes (referred to Table 2 and Table 3 in point 4.2.1). 7.3.2. Application of the TSI The conformity with this TSI is mandatory for a subsystem or part(s) of it which are upgraded or renewed. Due to the characteristics of the inherited railway system, compliance of existing infrastructure subsystem with this TSI may be achieved through a gradual improvement of interoperability:
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