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KONTRON TRANSPORTATION NETWORKS

RAILWAY DEDICATED AND MISSION CRITICAL

Kontron Transportation is a global leading supplier of end-to-end communication solutions for mission-critical networks. The core customer segment is railways throughout Europe and beyond.

 

The focus is on systems that produce, transport, and process voice, data, and video information reliably, securely, efficiently, and sustainably. This includes GSM-Railways, FRMCS (future railway mobile communication system), MCx (mission-critical over public networks) with IWF (interworking functions), enhanced radio solutions and radio access networks, transmission networks, private cloud platforms and cybersecurity concepts round off the portfolio. This portfolio also offers selected communication products to utilities and enterprises. In addition, specific mobility products such as validators and fare collection systems are provided to public transport operators.

As a driving force in the definition and specification of FRMCS standards, Kontron Transportation is significantly involved in standardization working groups and European research projects such as Morane 2.

Global solutions for railway operators

KTR has been designing, building, deploying and supporting end-to-end RDN (Railway Dedicated Network) solutions based on the GSM-R standard for more than 20 years. Secure, scalable and smart infrastructure provided by Kontron Transportation Austria AG connects more than 84,000 kilometers of railway track in Europe, Africa and Asia. 

Some of the largest IP-ready railway communications networks in the world, based on GSM-R standard, including the networks of Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Deutsche Bahn, Network Rail, SNCF Réseau/Synerail and important lines in China, Algeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and many others are powered KTR.

KTR has actively contributed towards creating new standards in train radio technology and is the perfect partner for railway operators preparing the shift from GSM-R to a next generation standard of radio infrastructure (FRMCS). 

Driver of the next generation in future railway mobile communication

Having pioneered the introduction of IP in Railway networks, Kontron Transportation is the perfect partner for railway operators in preparing for the shift from GSM-R to a future wireless standard of radio infrastructure. The FRMCS vision is to cover mission-critical railway communications by enabling an on-board mobile communication system for railway operators. With the recently developed PS-LTE (Public Safety Long Term Evolution) solution, KTR has added IoT (Internet of Things), VNF (Virtualized Network Function) and Asset Management to its portfolio.

Focus on research and development

Kontron Transportation  invests in R&D. At its R&D centers in Europe, KTR develops next generation systems, applications and services as well as solutions for operational and business support systems. KTR plays an active role in various standardization and regulatory bodies such as the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), the ERA (European Railway Agency), the International Union of Railways (UIC), and joined the European Rail Industry Association (UNIFE).

KTR also has a driving role in the European rail joint technology initiative Shift2Rail, which aims to drive innovation to the rail sector. In detail, the company is helping to develop a highly secure next generation of railway mobile communication system, which will help operators to manage more traffic on their networks, and to raise the competitiveness of European railway solutions and products globally.

Mission-critical network solutions

Kontron Transportation voice and data communications solutions based on TETRA, DMR and PS-LTE standards ensure the smooth running of the network of railway and public transport operators, public authorities, airports as well as utilities. The solutions offer secure and highly reliable voice and data services, to increase the safety and convenience for both, public transport staff and passengers.

Clients in this segment include the Tyne and Wear Metro in Newcastle (UK) and MetrôRio in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) using as well as the airports Aena Madrid and Gran Canaria, Spain.

For the highest possible standard of cybersecurity for mission-critical networks, KTR is pioneering a ‘secure thinking’ approach that optimizes security precautions across all departments and network projects. KTR is also your trustful partner in the shift from GSM-R to FRMCS.

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