[May 14, 2013] Trimble's Quantm Alignment Planning System Selectedfor Two Russian High-Speed Rail Lines Tweet (ENP Newswire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) ENP Newswire - 14 May 2013 Release date- 13052013 - SUNNYVALE, Calif. -Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB) announced today that its Quantm system has been chosen by the Russian High-Speed Rail Authority to investigate alternatives for two high-speed rail lines. The Quantm technology will allow the Russian High-Speed Rail Authority to rapidly view a wide range of alternatives, considering the social, environmental and design constraints and present preferred options to stakeholders for public consultation during 2013. The Russian study is examining the feasibility of two 1,600 kilometer (994 mile) high-speed rail lines. The first line would connect Moscow to Yekaterinburg and the second line would connect Moscow to Sochi. The Trimble Quantm system will be used to help find the optimal alignment for the preferred route, support the quantity and cost estimates and reports, and aid project planners in the decision-making process. About Trimble's Quantm System Trimble's Quantm system integrates engineering, environmental, social and economic factors into a simultaneous analysis of alternatives for rail and road planning. This holistic approach to planning new infrastructure can result in faster decision-making and lower construction costs. Projects of all types and sizes-ranging from regional, state and national transportation infrastructure planning to small bypasses and road realignments-can take advantage of the benefits of the Trimble Quantm system. In addition, the system can be used for mining, forestry and utility industry infrastructure. For more information, visit: www.trimble.com/alignment. About Trimble Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location-including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif. Investor Relations Contact: Willa McManmon of Trimble: 408-481-7838 Media Contact: LeaAnn McNabb of Trimble: 408-481-7808 [Editorial queries for this story should be sent to [email protected]] ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) (c) 2013 Electronic News Publishing - [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]