Eviden Selected by CFL to Upgrade Railway Communication Systems for Enhanced Safety and Efficiency

Eviden Selected by CFL to Upgrade Railway Communication Systems for Enhanced Safety and Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Eviden has been selected by the Luxembourg National Railway Company (CFL) to implement next-generation critical communication solutions to upgrade its GSM-R command and control network, enhancing safety and operational efficiency. The project, expected to be operational by late 2026, marks a significant step towards the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRCMS). The solution includes advanced technology that integrates seamlessly with existing systems, positioning CFL as a leader in adopting modern railway communication standards.

(PRESS RELEASE) BERLIN/PARIS, 25-Sep-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Eviden, a key player within the Atos Group focused on digital innovation, has announced that the Luxembourg National Railway Company (CFL) has selected its next-generation critical communication solutions to upgrade its GSM-R command and control network. This initiative aims to enhance the safety and operational efficiency of CFL’s railway services.

Set to be operational by late 2026, this project represents one of the first commercial deployments of Mobile Communication for Railways (MCx) in Europe and marks a significant step toward the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRCMS), which will serve as the international standard for railway communications.

CFL’s selected solution utilizes a cutting-edge, standardized 3GPP framework tailored to meet the specific needs of the railway operator. Eviden’s experts have ensured that the MCx system seamlessly integrates with existing PBX systems, Wi-Fi, 4G/5G mobile networks, and GSM-R. The package includes the Lifelink suite, which features the MCx application, robust cybersecurity measures, a voice recording system, and a comprehensive dispatching platform.

In 2023, CFL facilitated the travel of approximately 28.7 million passengers and transported 2.303 million tons-km of goods, employing over 5,000 individuals and standing as Luxembourg’s largest corporate employer.

Lionel Toullier, Global Head of Critical Communication Systems at Eviden, stated, “Our selection by CFL is a testament to our ability to deliver a sophisticated end-to-end solution that revitalizes their legacy dispatching framework while integrating our innovative MCx offerings. Further enhancements are planned to ensure CFL remains at the forefront of rail safety standards.”

Mathieu Perrus from CFL’s Infrastructure Engineering Department expressed enthusiasm about the project, noting, “By adopting this next-generation critical communication system, we aim to position ourselves as leaders among European railway operators. Our goal is to roll out these advancements across our national network, aligning with the industry’s evolving standards.”

About Eviden[1]

Eviden is a next-gen technology leader in data-driven, trusted and sustainable digital transformation with a strong portfolio of patented technologies. With worldwide leading positions in advanced computing, security, AI, cloud and digital platforms, it provides deep expertise for all industries in more than 47 countries. Bringing together 47,000 world-class talents, Eviden expands the possibilities of data and technology across the digital continuum, now and for generations to come. Eviden is an Atos Group company with an annual revenue of c. € 5 billion.

About Atos

Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 92,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, the Group provides tailored end-to-end solutions for all industries in 69 countries. A pioneer in decarbonization services and products, Atos is committed to a secure and decarbonized digital for its clients. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea), and listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

[1] Eviden business is operated through the following brands: AppCentrica, ATHEA, Cloudamize, Cloudreach, Cryptovision, DataSentics, Edifixio, Energy4U, Engage ESM, Evidian, Forensik, IDEAL GRP, In Fidem, Ipsotek, Maven Wave, Profit4SF, SEC Consult, Visual BI, Worldgrid, X-Perion. Eviden is a registered trademark.

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