The Centre for Railway Engineering (CRE) is an industry focused research centre hosted by CQUniversity and located in Rockhampton. Over the past 30 years the Centre has made a major contribution to Australia’s rail industry by initiating, supporting and championing research efforts that have involved and benefited industry organisations and professionals. Through its research objectives and close collaboration with industry, CRE has become internationally recognised as a leader in the provision of applied engineering research for rail operators and manufacturers.
CRE is a provider of world-class research and consulting to the rail industry, delivering innovative solutions, engineering consulting and commercial outcomes in the following areas: battery technologies, decarbonisation, derailment simulation, digital twins, AI applications, dynamic modelling and simulation development, energy analysis, friction and wear, high performance computing, hydrogen technologies, locomotive traction, product design and development, roadworthiness simulation, smart sensors, systems engineering, tippler simulation, track standards, train and vehicle dynamics and simulation, train control and wheel-rail contact.