Actelis Networks secures new order for Positive Train Control implementation from North American railway group
New order highlights Actelis' role in critical rail safety systems and the trust placed in its networking solutions by vital transportation infrastructure operators
Actelis Networks, Inc. has announced an order from a major North American railway group to support implementation of its Positive Train Control (PTC) system across challenging sections of track. PTC systems are designed to prevent train-to-train collisions, derailments due to excessive speed, and movement through incorrectly positioned switches. Implementing these systems in remote areas requires specialized networking technology capable of functioning in extreme conditions.
“The implementation of PTC systems across North America's rail networks is revolutionizing safety in an industry that faces unique environmental and operational challenges,” said Tuvia Barlev, Chairman and CEO of Actelis. “Our technology provides railways with the capabilities needed to deploy these life-saving systems even in the most demanding environments where avalanches, landslides, and severe weather regularly threaten network continuity.”
The railway operator selected Actelis' solution for its ability to:
- Deliver fiber-grade performance through existing infrastructure
- Provide uninterrupted connectivity during extreme weather events
- Enable rapid deployment without extensive new wiring installation
- Support mission-critical safety systems with military-grade security
- Maintain network integrity in remote locations where service access is limited
This order reflects the ongoing implementation of safety technologies as part of industry-wide PTC initiatives. Actelis' hybrid-fiber networking technology allows railway operators to maximize bandwidth over existing copper infrastructure and incorporate wireless and fiber connections for network diversity. This provides essential redundancy for systems that cannot afford downtime.
“Railway safety requires technology that works flawlessly in all conditions, from mountainous terrain with risk of avalanches to isolated stretches where communication infrastructure is challenged by extreme environmental factors,” Barlev added. “Our solutions are specifically engineered to meet these demands while providing railway operators with a fast-deployment option that avoids the significant costs and delays associated with installing new infrastructure.”