Taiwanese firm Moxa has introduced onboard switches, onboard computers, wireless communications and IP cameras to help the rail industry in its digital transformation in the face of increasing cyber-security threats.

Digitalisation is rapidly re-shaping the rail industry. As the sector evolves, it has to navigate the fast-moving demands of digital transformation while meeting increasingly strict cyber-security regulations. To help rail operators and integrators, Moxa has introduced the EN 50155-certified products.

Digital technology in the rail industry is changing how networks operate, are maintained and affect passengers. This shift requires new tools, more bandwidth and enhanced real-time connectivity for train control and monitoring systems (TCMS), predictive maintenance, safety condition monitoring, multimedia passenger information and many other systems.

With the expansion of data processing and digital interconnectivity, cyber security must be a core design element. Prioritising cyber security is key for resilient operations and infrastructure, as well as ensuring compliance with regulations, such as the EU’s NIS2 directive and the US TSA security directives. Furthermore, cyber security is essential for meeting the built-in security requirements of the forthcoming FRMCS (Future Railway Mobile Communication System) global rail communication standard.

Using a security-hardened networking framework built on a secure-by-design approach, Moxa’s rail product line can help operators build a flexible, scalable and secure foundation for their digitalisation plans. Moreover, the line is designed with limited onboard space and power constraints in mind, addressing common problems that complicate deployment. The line includes:

• TN-4500B onboard switches:Switches with eight to 28 ports, up to 8GbE uplinks and a 150W PoE budget to power expanding onboard networks and improve performance.
• V3400 onboard x86 computers:Multi-core computing platform with multi-wireless connectivity (dual 5G plus LTE/wifi and Wifi 6), and integrated security, suitable for high-performance applications and intelligent control deployments.
• V1200 onboard Arm computers:Slim, compact IO design with dual-wireless 5G/LTE and Wif 6 connectivity for retrofits and lightweight edge computing with limited space and phased installation requirements.
• TAP-M310R train-to-ground access points and WAC-M300 wireless controllers: Dual-band Wifi 6-based connectivity with under-50ms seamless handover for uninterrupted service, featuring RF status monitoring, centralised device management, and diagnostic and troubleshooting functions.
• VPort 07-3 IP cameras: IP66 rugged, 3Mpixel image and H.265 compression for clear, bandwidth-efficient video.

All products meet international railway standards, including EN 50155 and EN 45545. They are developed according to the IEC 62443-4-1 secure development lifecycle, enabling quick deployment across various applications to support digital transformation, ranging from equipment upgrades to complete system integration.

“Moxa’s latest product offerings for rail once again highlight our unwavering commitment to rail customers by providing a unified, secure and future-proof foundation, and ensuring product longevity for their digital transformation,” said Samuel Chiu, head of the transportation business group at Moxa. “We’ve worked closely with rail operators and system integrators to address evolving standards and regulations, retrofit challenges, and new applications. This collaboration allows us to turn customer feedback into innovations that accelerate digitalisation in the rail industry.”

Moxa has more than 1000 deployments in over 200 cities across 50 countries. For more details on its rail products, visit www.moxa.com/en/solutions/rail.