Every hack on critical infrastructure is a good reason to bolster cyber resilience: a cybersecurity objective best achieved by foregrounding industry knowledge.

Security incidents that affect railways usually fall into one of three categories: intrusion, theft, or terrorism. To keep passengers and freight safe, physical security must always be ensured.

One of the largest public train operators in the United Kingdom, Southeastern Rail Network, upgraded its analog legacy system to a smart video security solution for securing 12 train depots, including five unmanned locations, against theft and intrusion.

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chairman and CEO Patrick J. Foye announced that the authority today launched a new “Hate Has No Place in Our Transportation System” public awareness campaign aimed at combating hate crimes.

Operation Lifesaver, Inc.(OLI) is launching a new public service announcement (PSA) campaign that brings attention to the dangerous distractions that could lead to unexpected and sometimes deadly tragedies for pedestrians on or near railroad tracks.

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and its Fiscal and Management Control Board (FMCB) accepted a report from the MBTA Safety Review Panel that offers 34 recommendations with 61 corrective actions to improve safety for MBTA riders and staff.

St. Louis Metro Transit announced three individuals to lead the transit system’s Public Safety team.

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) announced the winners of the annual Rail Safety & Security Excellence Awards.

Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Sen. Corey Booker want background checks of employees and TSA involvement in security at U.S. train stations.
 

The European Rail Traffic Management System that is being rolled out in the UK might be an easy target for cyber criminals.