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Railway platform security is a critical element in ensuring the safety and welfare of passengers at train stations. It encompasses a range of strategies and practices designed to prevent accidents, crimes, and other incidents on railway platforms.
The key elements of railway platform security involve software and services. In this context, software components are defined as compositional units with precisely outlined context dependencies and contractually established interfaces. These software components play a crucial role in managing and controlling the network of surveillance cameras deployed on railway platforms. The comprehensive railway platform security solutions encompass sensors, video surveillance systems, platform edge doors, and alert systems equipped with specialized sensors such as radar, microwave, and infrared. The provision of professional services and managed services is extended to subways and trains as part of the railway platform security framework.
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The railway platform security market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from$2.39 billion in 2024 to $2.51 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased rail travel, comfort, easy accessability, frequent, and advancements machine
The railway platform security market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.5 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to personalized experience, expanding middle-aged population, corporate wellness programs, government initiatives. Major trends in the forecast period include AI and machine learning applications, increasing consumer awareness, integration with advance technology, collaborations for research and development, regulatory support and standardization.
The increasing prevalence of security threats is expected to drive growth in the railway platform security market in the future. A security threat refers to an attack aimed at stealing data, corrupting systems, or disrupting an organization's operations. Railway platform security systems are employed at many railway stations to detect unattended luggage in train carriages and monitor for suspected terrorist activity. These measures are essential for protecting passengers, staff, and infrastructure from potential threats. Consequently, a rise in security threats will boost the demand for railway platform security solutions. For instance, in November 2023, the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), a government agency, reported that the number of C2 incidents increased from 2 in the financial year 2021-22 to 5 in 2022-23. This uptick includes significant data breaches where cybercriminals extracted information from critical infrastructure for financial gain. Therefore, the growing number of security threats is fueling the expansion of the railway platform security market.
The rise in infrastructure investment is expected to drive growth in the railway platform security market moving forward. Infrastructure investment involves allocating funds, resources, and efforts towards the development, enhancement, and maintenance of essential physical and organizational structures that support society, the economy, or industry. These investments provide the financial resources necessary to implement comprehensive security measures, utilizing technology and best practices to address the evolving nature of security threats on railway platforms. The growth of the railway platform security market is closely tied to a commitment to fostering a safe and secure environment through strategic infrastructure investments. For instance, in July 2024, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, reported that infrastructure investment reached £13.8 billion ($17.25 billion) in constant prices in 2023, marking a 3.9% increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the increase in infrastructure investment is driving the growth of the railway platform security market.
Major companies in the railway platform security market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as rail tech security platforms, to improve safety and efficiency. A rail tech security platform typically refers to an integrated security solution specifically tailored for the railway industry. For example, in May 2023, Cylus, an Israel-based software company, launched the Rail Tech Security Platform, an upgraded version of its CylusOne solution aimed at enhancing cybersecurity for rail operators. This platform offers comprehensive coverage across various rail technology systems, including signaling and command and control, while providing advanced risk management tools to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities. It also features continuous threat intelligence to keep operators informed about emerging cyber threats and integrates seamlessly with existing cybersecurity tools.
Major players in the railway platform security market are driving innovation through the introduction of comprehensive technological platforms such as the Rail Tech Security Platform. Cylus Ltd., an Israel-based cybersecurity solutions company, launched the Rail Tech Security Platform in May 2023. This platform offers rail operators a comprehensive solution for proactively monitoring and controlling risk and cybersecurity in running rail technology systems. Tailored specifically for rail applications, the platform is optimized to safeguard critical rail technology applications, including trackside infrastructure, rolling stock, train-to-ground communications, operations centers, and stations. The Rail Tech Security Platform provides automated, real-time visibility into rail technology, empowering security and operations teams to collaborate effectively, enhance rail security and resilience, and ensure safe and reliable rail operations. Additionally, it facilitates the acceleration and verification of compliance with industry and government regulations.
In March 2024, WSP Global Inc., a Canada-based environmental consulting company, acquired Proxion for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance WSP's capabilities in the Finnish transport and infrastructure sector by incorporating Proxion Plan Oy and Proxion Pro Oy. The move will significantly bolster WSP's railway expertise, allowing the company to lead larger projects and effectively meet increasing market demands. Proxion, a consultancy firm based in Finland, specializes in railway infrastructure and design services and provides railway security solutions.
Major companies operating in the railway platform security market include Honeywell International Inc., Indra Sistemas S.A, Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., Robert Bosch GmbH, Atos SE, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Genetec Technology company, L&T Technology Services Limited, Teledyne FLIR LLC, Wabtec Corporation, Knorr-Bremse AG, Cervello Ltd., Adani Systems Inc., Navtech Radar company, Thales Group Inc., Siemens AG, Alstom, Nokia Networks, Axis Communications AB, Zhejiang Dahua Technology Co.Ltd., Verint Systems Inc., Hikvision Digital Technology Co.Ltd., Talentum lnc., Anixter International Inc., Senstar Corporation, Bosch Security Systems lnc., FLIR Systems Inc., G4S plc, Johnson Controls International plc, NICE Systems Ltd., Panasonic Corporation, Qognify Inc., Safran Identity & Security, Tyco International Ltd., United Technologies Corporation
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the railway platform security market in 2024. The regions covered in the railway platform security market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the railway platform security market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The railway platform security market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing solutions to risk assessment and security planning, access control, and crowd management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The railway platform security market also includes sales of emergency alert systems, communication devices, and access control systems used to regulate the entry and exit of passengers on railway platforms. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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