VDS Rail Information

VDS Rail designs and manufactures EN 50155 compliant onboard communication systems for rolling stock, with a focus on highly reliabile Ethernet networking architectures and HMIs. The product portfolio includes managed Consist Network Switches supporting up to 10 Gigabit Ethernet, IEC 61375 compliant Ethernet Train Backbone Nodes (ETBN), rugged Ethernet Repeaters, and onboard Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). The products are engineered to meet stringent railway industry standards and ensure reliable operation in harsh environments. VDS Rail solutions support the most advanced train communication networks, enabling seamless integration between Consist and Backbone networks while supporting high-bandwidth applications such as CCTV, passenger information systems, and diagnostics. The Networking solutions are designed in compliance with EN 62443 cybersecurity standards. With over 45 years of experience and more than 200 projects delivered in 32 countries, VDS Rail combines field-proven reliability with continuous innovation in network design, configuration, commissioning, and lifecycle maintenance. The company operates under certified management systems. ISO 9001, IRIS, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 certified, and actively contributes to industry development through memberships in UNIFE and APTA.