GSM-R

Kontron Transportation delivers mission-critical railway communications with proven GSM-R expertise, full lifecycle support, and a clear path to FRMCS.

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Designed for Mission-Critical Performance

Railway operators require networks that are always available, secure, and future-proof. Our GSM-R solutions are engineered to meet these demands with:

  • High availability and reliability for mission-critical communications

  • Full interoperability across national and cross-border networks

  • Support for ETCS and ERTMS signaling systems

  • Seamless operation at speeds exceeding 500 km/h

A Complete GSM-R Ecosystem from Core to Edge

Core

A proven, all-IP core network based on 3GPP Release 4 architecture, delivering high reliability, scalability, and a future-ready foundation for evolving railway communication systems.

Transmission

High-performance transport solutions that efficiently support voice and data services while enabling a smooth transition from legacy infrastructures to IP-based networks.

Access

Next-generation base stations and access components that optimize coverage and capacity, reduce hardware complexity, and support both legacy and emerging technologies.

Terminals

Fully integrated end-user devices — including dispatchers and smart handhelds — that ensure reliable communication and seamless interoperability across the network.

Applications

Operational and safety-critical applications that enhance railway efficiency, support workforce protection, and ensure service continuity across current and future networks.

Management

Advanced monitoring and control tools providing centralized visibility, real-time analytics, and secure network operations across GSM-R and next-generation environments.

Proven Global Success

~40%

Global market share

47

Customers in 26 countries

>100,000 km

Equipped railway track

Driving Digital Transformation and IP Evolution

Modern railway communications demand both reliability and adaptability. Our GSM-R solutions support:

  • IP migration at the right pace, aligned with operational realities

  • Virtualization and cloud-native architectures for flexible deployments

  • Unified operations and provisioning across legacy and next-generation systems

Long-Term Support: Securing GSM-R for the Future

GSM-R will remain critical for many years. Our comprehensive lifecycle services cover planning, deployment, operation, and long-term support (LTS), ensuring continuous network performance and evolution until—and beyond—the transition to FRMCS.

  • Guaranteed service continuity through 2035+

  • Extended hardware and software support under SLA frameworks

  • Lifecycle management and modernization planning

  • Preservation of expertise across the GSM-R ecosystem

Ensuring a Smooth Transition to FRMCS

Our GSM-R solutions are designed to bridge the transition to the Future Railway Mobile Communication System:

  • Coexistence of GSM-R and FRMCS networks during migration phase

  • Interworking functions ensuring service continuity

  • IP-based transformation enabling next-generation integration

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What Sets Our GSM-R Solutions Apart

Railway-focused innovation

Developed for railways, not adapted from other industries

Three decades of industry experience

Proven in live railway operations worldwide

Pragmatic modernization approach

Technology adoption aligned with operational needs

End-to-end solutions and accountability

From infrastructure to services and long-term support 

Ready to Future-Proof Your Railway Communications?

Discover how end-to-end GSM-R solutions can support your network today while preparing you for the transition to FRMCS.

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