RailTel and Cylus have announced a strategic collaboration to strengthen the cybersecurity framework of Indian railways infrastructure.

The firms have partnered to integrate and deploy CylusOneTM, Cylus’ rail-specific cybersecurity solution. This partnership will focus on enhancing the security of railway signaling systems, both trackside, onboard, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems within Indian railway infrastructure.

Key Aspects of the Collaboration:

  • Market expansion: The collaboration will explore the supply of Cylus’ state-of-the-art cyber defense technologies for the Indian market. This expansion will enhance cybersecurity in India’s railway infrastructure and public transport domains.
  • Professional services integration: Cylus will provide professional services to RailTel to facilitate the integration and deployment of the CylusOneTM product into RailTel systems. This integration will be pivotal for enhancing cybersecurity measures in railway signaling, telecom, and other information and communications technology (ICT) systems.
  • Competence development: Cylus, in association with RAILTEL’s Digital Service Partner, Rail Edutech Pvt Ltd, will provide specialised competence development programs in cybersecurity for railway and industry professionals. This initiative aims to enhance the cybersecurity expertise within the Indian rail sector.

RailTel and Cylus are committed to strengthening the Indian railway infrastructure and cybersecurity posture and ensuring the safety and reliability of vital railway technologies. This partnership represents a significant step in securing India’s railway infrastructure against emerging cyber threats.

Commenting on the announcement, Sanjai Kumar, chairman and managing director (CMD), RailTel, said, “Indian Railway is undergoing a significant technological upgrade, with cyber security being a priority. We are thrilled to partner with Cylus and to play a crucial role in protecting Railway’s mission-critical infrastructure from the increasing cyber security threats.”

Meanwhile, Ashish Upadhyay, Asia Pacific director, Cylus, said, “Our collaboration with RailTel underscores our commitment to securing critical railway infrastructure. We look forward to working closely with RAILTEL to deploy our advanced cybersecurity solutions and provide comprehensive training to railway personnel.”