Huawei, a global ICT solutions provider, is set to showcase how its technology innovations can improve passenger experience, maximise efficiency and enhance safety operations at the upcoming Middle East Rail 2015 in Dubai, UAE.

The event takes place at Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Center on March 17 and 18.

Huawei will showcase how its GSM-R, e-LTE (4G), transmission networking, IP networking and data center solutions can help build a better connected railway for operators in the region.

The Middle East’s transport sector is in the midst of an innovative transformation with a $200 billion investment earmarked for the GCC Rail, a project that will connect six GCC nations, which is scheduled for completion by 2018.

Rabii Ouadi, head of Business Development, Transportation Solutions at Huawei Enterprise, Mena said: “With the advent of the GCC Rail project, the strategic importance of the rail sector is rising in the Middle East.”

“The challenges of running a large rail network are immense as operators strive to offer the best passenger experiences while ensuring safety and security. This year at Middle East Rail, Huawei looks forward to connecting with industry leaders and railway operators to highlight how our technology solutions can help shape the future of transport and develop a better connected railway in the region.”

Huawei will showcase on its GSM-R solution, a reliable and secure communications system developed specifically to enable railway specific services such as dispatching and trunking. GSM-R delivers cost-efficient and a seamless transmission of voice and data communication between the operations and command centers (OCC) station, trackside and on-board systems, a statement said.

The ICT company will also showcase its range of e-LTE 4G technology that is set to enhance railway operations as well as station and on-board passenger experience. With a strong dedicated mobile broadband network, railway operators will be able to offer advanced features to increase the efficiency of railway staff and attractive infotainment services to passengers.

Huawei’s train-ground wireless networks, based on broadband wireless technologies, will enhance passenger experiences by allowing on-board internet and mobile coverage. It enables passengers to video-call home, connect to the office over Wi-Fi and keep track of their travel itineraries – all from their mobile devices.

Railway operators can also share information on journey updates, passenger and train status’ and keep abreast of security issues by utilizing the latest in CCTV monitoring technology.

In addition, Datacom, transmission networks, IP networks for urban railways as well as intelligent video surveillance solutions, which are critical to the construction and operation of modern railway infrastructure, will also be showcased at the event. – TradeArabia News Service