VIAVI Solutions Inc. Advances Railway Communication Modernization as Part of the Morane-2 Project

Published: 2025-05-07 06:30:00 ET VIAV

Published on 05/07/2025 at 06:30, updated on 05/07/2025 at 07:35

VIAVI Solutions Inc. announced its participation in the Mobile Radio for Railways Networks in Europe 2 (MORANE-2) project, which will test Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) specifications in real-world conditions and pave the way for digital railway communication. A global leader in railway test and monitoring solutions, VIAVI is one of only a few monitoring suppliers supporting the MORANE-2 project. The current Global System for Mobile Communications - Railway (GSM-R) is expected to begin its phase out by 2030 and FRMCS is emerging as a clear successor.

VIAVI's EVOIA Drive Test will be used to help deploy the new FRMCS network. In addition, EVOIA Assure will monitor and evaluate FRMCS prototypes in both laboratory settings and on railway tracks to ensure they meet the evolving demands of current and future rail networks. This includes support for the European Train Control System (ECTS), Automatic Train Operation (ATO), and real-time data and video services.

MORANE-2 aims to validate product development standards and is expected to run for 34 months between 2024 - 2027. The project will enable the inclusion of FRMCS specifications in the Technical Specifications for Interoperability (TSI), which defines the technical and operational standards that each subsystem, or part of a subsystem, must meet to satisfy essential requirements and ensure the interoperability of railway systems. A collaborative European initiative funded by Europe's Rail (EU-RAIL) and the European Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertakings, the MORANE-2 project represents a significant step toward modernizing railway communications across Europe, enhancing efficiency, sustainability and digital connectivity. The VIAVI Mission Critical and Railway team will host its annual Railway User Group in Stockholm on June 3-5. The VIAVI team will also attend the 5x5: The Public Safety Innovation Summit on June 3-5 in Seattle, and TCCA Critical Communications World 2025 on June 17-19 in Belgium.