 RCM and ECM are two similar concepts, but with different meanings, both focus on increasing reliability and reducing risk through maintenance. RCM is an advanced maintenance concept developed in the aviation industry and subsequently applied in other industries with high levels of risk, such as power generation. ECM is a new approach for assessing how railway vehicle operators manage the risks associated with their operations. It is based on EC regulation number 445-2011 which sets out requirements for assessing the competency of entities responsible for maintaining the technical condition of rolling stock. This methodology seeks to reduce the risk of freight train operations and prevent serious accidents caused by poor maintenance and insufficient technical conditions. We propose implementing RCM in railway vehicles maintenance to further improve reliability and reduce risk. This article was authored by Peter Zvalensky, Vladimir Stuchly, Uri Grinsik, and others. We are article.tv, links in the description below.