Mipro Oy will deliver Centralised Traffic Control (CTC) system for the first commercial ERTMS/ETCS track section (EKA) of the Digirail project, covering the Lielahti–Rauma/Pori line in Finland. The contract was signed with Fintraffic. The purpose of Digirail project is to align train control systems with the EU’s common railway traffic requirements. Mipro has been selected as the supplier of Centralised Traffic Control (CTC) for the first commercial rail section (EKA) of the Digirail project. The project covers the Digirail EKA section from Lielahti to Rauma/Pori. The CTC system is used to manage and control rail traffic on the railway section. The system is planned to be designed, manufactured, and deployed for testing and operational use between 2025 and 2027.

The collaboration between Mipro and Savonlinna Vesi began back in 2003, when the automation system at the Vääräsaari surface water plant was updated to Mipro’s system. At the same time, the control system for the Pihlajaniemi wastewater treatment plant was integrated into the system provided by Mipro. Later, the treatment plant’s automation was completely modernised.

Mipro Oy will supply the Object Controller System (OCS) for the first commercial ERTMS/ETCS track section (EKA) of the Digirail project, covering the Lielahti–Rauma/Pori line, as part of the modernisation of Finland’s railways. The Digirail project will upgrade Finland’s train traffic control system to improve safety. In this project, Finland is acting as a European pioneer, utilising the highest safety-level technology and solutions that comply with the EULYNX standard. 

Attending InnoTrans 2024 for the first time was an experience I’ll never forget. As the product manager for ETCS at Mipro, I’ve heard a lot about the scale and significance of the event, but nothing prepared me for the sheer size of the exhibition and the energy that surrounded it. It was both exciting and a little bit overwhelming!

Simulations play a key role in the development of any real-world system. They use real data or scenarios to mimic the functions of these systems. Developers and operators use simulations every day during the development and operation of systems in order to test specific scenarios and identify how the systems will respond under such circumstances. Simulations can be used to predict outcomes for any hypothetical situation or future occurrence of a scenario. During system development, the key benefit of using simulation is a cost-effective system with reduced risks. During testing, it is the performance, efficiency, and reliability of the system. Once the system has been deployed, the developers can use simulations to explore specific scenarios based on the input data. 

Securing a job in their own field is important for students. Many aspire to part-time employment while studying, hoping to earn extra income and gain experience. However, I’ve found combining study and work challenging, which is why I’ve determined that the best approach for me is to work full-time during summers and focus on studying during the academic year. 

We are glad to inform that Mipro Eesti OÜ is now a proud member of Estonian waterworks association (EVEL – Eesti Vee-ettevõtete Liit). EVEL is a nationwide voluntary association of water companies providing the service of public water supply and sewerage and other business operators related to this area of activity. EVEL comprises 44 water companies and 28 companies related to the field of water management. Being part of EVEL provides Mipro with an excellent opportunity to be heard and seen in Estonia’s water management sector, including participating in EVEL’s monthly meetings and engaging in various working groups. Joining EVEL is a new step in expanding Mipro Eesti OÜ’s operations in the water management field in Estonia.

Nowadays, companies are increasingly striving to operate sustainably and responsibly. Companies are also encouraged to do so by tightening sustainability reporting requirements. Mipro has been committed to the UN Global Compact initiative and has published the accompanying Communication on Progress (CoP) report since 2014. Although the EU’s CSRD directive’s sustainability reporting requirements do not yet apply to companies of Mipro’s size, we are already preparing for future requirements. At the same time, we are ready to respond to inquiries from customers and partners. 

Welcome to visit us at our booth 530 in “Railway technology: Signalling” hall 27 InnoTrans is once again spread over an area of more than 20 hechtares and brings together all the major rail transport companies and professionals in the field. Mipro is once again at the center of events in booth number 530. In our booth you can get acquainted with Mipro’s complete solutions for rail traffic, both rail and metro. Our sales and product team is ready to help and answer any questions about our solutions.

Finnish technology company Finnforel has emerged as a pioneer in ecological fish farming since its establishment in 2017. The company is located in Varkaus, Northern Savonia, where its recirculating aquaculture system enables fish to grow in flowing water under precisely optimised conditions. The rapidly growing company opened Finland’s first broodstock and fry production facility focused on rainbow trout selection breeding in Hollola in 2023. This year, Finnforel increased its production capacity to three million kilograms with the introduction of the new Gigafactory. Finnforel products are widely sold in Finland in over a thousand grocery stores under the brand name Saimaan Tuore.

Today’s organisations are constantly faced with new security threats and vulnerabilities. In addition, the operating environments are constantly changing. Managing this and responding to changing threats in a timely manner requires systematic security practices and continuous improvement and monitoring.

This article explores the prospects for implementing service management using the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework. The article describes the journey towards improved performance in service delivery at Mipro. The company specialises in interlocking and traffic management systems, whereby one of its business areas focuses on developing solutions for railway and local railway traffic. Within this context, implementation is understood to mean a process that applies the service management principles and best practices defined by ITIL.

Mipro is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Lääne-Harju project in Estonia, marking a significant milestone in the railway infrastructure sector. AS Eesti Raudtee (EVR), the client, officially started using the Centralised Traffic Control (CTC) system on the 4th of December 2023, completing the extensive project delivered by Mipro. 

Mipro has successfully delivered the new signalling system for the Joensuu marshalling yard. The Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency (FTIA) made the procurement decision based on a tender on 7 April 2021, and the Mipro began the project in 2021.

This year, one of the most discussed themes in public discourse has been hostile influencing and cybersecurity. In line with this, our primary focus in safety management has been on information security and its management system, without neglecting other aspects of safety.