Specifically designed for use on public transport, Icomera’s proprietary technology SureWAN^TM aggregates the capacity of 4G, 5G, trackside and satellite networks to deliver the fastest, most stable, and reliable connection to a moving vehicle, even in regions in which there is sparse network coverage.

This enables passengers to enjoy the best online experience, and onboard systems to transmit data back to base in real-time.

Icomera’s X5-based hardware solution connects passengers and train systems to the centralized onboard network.

In real-world testing, the X5 successfully achieved industry-record performance levels, surpassing the benchmark known in the public transportation industry as “the Gigabit Train.” For context, the provision of ‘gigabit’ speeds is equivalent to passengers streaming more than 10,000 songs or 200 HD movies simultaneously.

The X5 reduces the need for additional equipment such as media servers or video recorders, simplifying the installation process and minimizing the space required on board. By providing the strongest connectivity, processing power, and storage, the Icomera X5 allows high-speed rail operators to deploy multiple resource-intensive applications as part of a single solution; these applications range from Passenger Wi-Fi, infotainment and entertainment, to system monitoring and real-time video surveillance.

Improving the passenger experience is a vital way in which to encourage more people to travel by high-speed rail. Passenger Wi-Fi has evolved from a luxury consideration to an essential service, and we’ve continued to lead the field, constantly innovating to ensure that journeys can become ever more productive and enjoyable.

Beyond Passenger Wi-Fi, Icomera’s Real-Time Information solution keeps passengers informed with live arrival and departure times, as well as multi-modal onward journey options.

Once a vehicle is on the move, it’s possible to send passengers push notifications relating to their journey or regarding scheduled engineering works, for example.

Finally, Icomera is leading the way in delivering successful Onboard Entertainment, allowing passengers to watch Hollywood movies and popular TV shows, play games, read bestselling eBooks, digital newspapers, and magazines, and listen to audiobooks and other spoken-word content. The media is stored locally on board the vehicle, helping improve the speed of access, while also reducing mobile data usage costs.