CSA Group publishes workshop agreement on future high-speed tube transportation systems, codes and standards
Document identifies and explores safety, performance, emergency management, siting, and human factors
Reducing the environmental impact of all modes of transportation is critical to help Canada meet its decarbonization and net zero targets. The advancement of new technologies like tube transportation systems to move people and goods will ultimately help meet Canada’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. Tube transportation provides an opportunity to reduce the impact of the transportation sector through energy efficiency and emissions reduction using low carbon energy.
As tube transportation technology continues to mature and operators move toward more advanced testing and demonstration projects, industry stakeholders have indicated a pressing need for greater clarity on regulation and standardization to mitigate project risk.
To begin addressing this need, CSA Group was commissioned by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC), in partnership with
Transpod Inc. to manage the development, publication and distribution of a Workshop Agreement report, titled CSA 2022-58: Tube Transportation, to identify standardization needs of high-speed tube transportation systems, including safety, performance, emergency management, siting, and human factors such as accessibility.
Demonstrating safety and environmental stewardship through a defined regulatory framework is critical for emerging industries, like tube transportation,” says Brent Hartman, Director, Fuels and Transportation Standards, CSA Group. “Codes and standards are important tools that can help protect people, property, and the environment, while also helping to build confidence in new transportation technology and supporting infrastructure.”
“A standardization framework for tube transportation will contribute to creating an ecosystem in which Canadian supply chain markets and passenger travel can thrive,” says Dr. Pierre Bilodeau, Vice President, Strategy and Stakeholder Relations for the Standards Council of Canada. “Supporting this new workshop agreement through our Intellectual Property Program is one of the ways for Canada to support and build Canadian leadership in standardization for this new global transportation technology."
Informed by the insights of various thought leaders, including representatives from private industry, government, and regulators across North America and Europe, the report is intended to inform the development of future National Standards of Canada (NSCs) that support technological advancement, operational deployment, and user safety. CSA Group plans to utilize the takeaways outlined in CSA 2022-58 to continue engaging key sector stakeholders and to develop a standardization roadmap to help outline short- and long-term standards priorities.
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About CSA Group
CSA Group is a global organization dedicated to safety, social good and sustainability. We are a leader in North American standards development and in product testing, inspection and certification around the world. Our mandate is to hold the future to a higher standard.
About the Standards Council of Canada
Established in 1970 as a federal Crown corporation, the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is Canada’s voice on standards and accreditation on the national and international stage. SCC works closely with a vast network of partners to promote the development of effective and efficient standards that protect the health, safety and well-being of Canadians while helping businesses prosper. As Canada’s leading accreditation organization, SCC creates market confidence at home and abroad by ensuring that conformity assessment bodies meet the highest national and international standards. SCC advances Canada’s interest on the international scene as a member of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) by connecting thousands of people to global networks and resources, opening a world of possibilities for Canadians and businesses.