The challenge of integrating and securing onboard systems in modern rail
The evolution of the European rail sector is driving increasingly digital, connected environments that depend on interoperability between onboard systems. The incorporation…
The evolution of the European rail sector is driving increasingly digital, connected environments that depend on interoperability between onboard systems. The incorporation of technologies such as CCTV, Passenger Information Systems (PIS), communication gateways, onboard Ethernet networks, train-to-ground communication systems, and management and remote monitoring platforms has significantly increased the technical complexity of today’s rail projects.
In this context, manufacturers, operators and maintainers need solutions that not only integrate heterogeneous technologies, but also ensure operational availability, maintainability and the security of the entire onboard architecture throughout the complete project lifecycle.
With over 25 years of experience in technology integration, Bilerro Solutions has developed a value proposition based on a full lifecycle service that supports customers from the initial consultancy stages through to the operation and technological evolution of the implemented systems.
The model developed by Bilerro Solutions begins with the initial consultancy, functional analysis and engineering phases, where operational requirements, interoperability needs and the most suitable technological architecture for each rail project are defined.
From this initial stage, the security of onboard systems is embedded in the design of the solution itself, incorporating criteria such as network segmentation, access control and protection of communications between OT and IT platforms to ensure a secure and resilient operation.
The service then continues with design, integration, customisation, implementation, commissioning and training, enabling each solution to be adapted to the specific operational needs of every customer.
One of Bilerro Solutions’ main differentiating strengths is its ability to adapt to complex multi-system environments, where legacy technologies coexist with new digital onboard platforms. Unlike closed and rigid models, the company develops flexible architectures capable of integrating existing solutions with new systems, optimising the customer’s investment and enabling the future evolution of onboard platforms.
This approach makes it possible to centralise the supervision and operation of systems such as video surveillance, passenger information, train-to-ground communications, diagnostics and remote monitoring, while also enabling unified management of the operational information generated by each subsystem.
The final phase of this full lifecycle service focuses on continuous support during the operation of onboard systems. This service includes preventive and corrective maintenance, specialist support, obsolescence management and functional updates of the implemented platforms.
To achieve this, Bilerro Solutions complements its maintenance services with advanced continuous monitoring and data analysis solutions designed to anticipate failures and optimise the operation of the train’s onboard systems.
Through its Remote Management System (RMS), the company enables the remote monitoring and supervision of different onboard devices, collecting real-time operational information to support diagnostics, reduce incidents and optimise maintenance tasks.
This approach improves system availability, reduces costs associated with unexpected failures and supports better decision-making throughout the entire lifecycle of the project.
If you would like to learn more about our rail integration services and technological capabilities for complex onboard systems projects, we look forward to seeing you at InnoTrans 2026, the leading international trade fair for the rail sector, taking place from 22 to 25 September 2026 in Berlin, where Bilerro Solutions will be present in Hall 4.1 · Stand 355. We look forward to seeing you there!
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