Nokia and ProRail are launching the world’s first cloud native GSMR core network for rail, boosting safety, reliability, and efficiency. This milestone extends ProRail’s 2G infrastructure and lays the foundation for future FRMCS deployment, supporting Europe’s digital railway transformation with real time data exchange, lower costs, and enhanced service integration.
Deutsche Telekom and Deutsche Bahn have accelerated their efforts to enhance railway connectivity, realizing ambitious goals two years early. By deploying over 470 new mobile towers and upgrading 1,900 sites, 99% of Germany’s primary rail routes now boast mobile speeds of at least 200 Mbps, with substantial improvements across secondary routes.
Ericsson is set to showcase its cutting-edge 5G innovations for railways at InnoTrans. Highlighting the 5G Corridor and Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS), Ericsson aims to revolutionize passenger and freight transport with seamless communication, real-time updates, and enhanced onboard services.