Future technology development agreed to optimise train flow

The two companies have worked together since 1996 with Kontron supplying application-ready embedded computing technology for a number of Bombardier's prominent rail control projects and wayside rail applications, deployed throughout the world.

Kontron's comprehensive portfolio of TRACe products deliver standardised and fully validated platforms that meet a broad range of transportation system requirements. In addition, Kontron's modular open-architecture approach in designing its VPX redundant platforms makes them highly scalable and secure with the ability to adapt to any type of transportation application, further helping to future-proof application investments.

"Kontron's broad experience in transportation computing products has been a key factor in the development of our scalable, cost-effective rail control solutions, enabling us to meet increasingly demanding rail project requirements. I look forward to exploring projects together to further optimise the flow of trains and offer improved mobility solutions," said Peter Cedervall, President, Division Rail Control Solutions, Bombardier Transportation.

"This agreement opens up an exciting, potential new progressive phase in our relationship with Bombardier. Using our expertise to address vital transportation infrastructure needs, Kontron can help Bombardier meet its goals of faster deployment, reduced cost and advanced system development," said Robert Negre, Kontron Head of Transportation Business Line.