Your advantages
All-in-One solution
Rooftop antenna, router & modem in one housing
Connect via single Ethernet cable
(1 Gbit/s with PoE+) for data & power
Reduce overall weight and complexity
by eliminating all RF cables
Enable simplified, scalable high-performance connectivity
for 5G and future technologies
Passenger Wi-Fi with Motion Applied “Fleet Connect” Software
Boost your performance with patented MP-TCP aggregation and advanced network features
Active architecture includes:
SENCITY® Rail ACTIVE rooftop antenna
The first-of-its-kind omni-directional, broadband rooftop antenna that has an integrated connected compute module, cellular radios, Wi-Fi access point and GNSS receiver.
Provides power and data via single ethernet cable and is designed to meet the special requirements of railway applications, including high current and high voltage protection.
SENCITY® Rail ACTIVE in-carriage antenna
Omni-directional MIMO railway in-carriage antenna + access point suitable for all types of trains. Designed to meet the special requirements of railway applications including environmental and fire certifications.
- Power and data provided via a single PoE+ M12 X-Pol receptable
- Contains 2x 3x3 MIMO Wi-Fi 6 radios connected to 6 antenna elements
- Up to 128 clients per radio
- Flush wall/ceiling mounting and compact form factor
- Certified for Railway standards EN 50155, EN 45545-2 and NFPA-130
Railway ethernet switch
- Fully managed switch for onboard Train Operator Network and backbone connectivity
- Connects all Ethernet-based devices and applications
- Railway-compliant (EN 50155, EN 45545-2),
- Fanless design, and durable aluminium housing for wall or ceiling mounting
- Developed in-house and made in Germany
Ethernet cable assemblies
- Suitable for Gigabit Ethernet in rolling stock
- For transmission of digital data for applications up to 10 Gigabit according to IEEE 802.3an
- Intended for fixed installation in rail vehicles and can be used for alternating bending stress in connection with RADOX® jumper solution
- Infotainment, multimedia, passenger information systems, Internet on board, CCTV, etc.
- Meet the electrical requirements of EN 50288-4-2 and IEC 61156-6 Cat. 7
Services
- Customer architecture design & consultation: We consult with your team to design a connectivity setup tailored to your rail network—optimizing antenna placement, integration, and performance for scalable technologies like 5G, MIMO, and Wi-Fi 6
- Efficient project implementation: We handle every step—from planning and procurement to installation and testing. Our efficient process reduces disruption, speeds up deployment, and ensures full compliance with industry standards
- Our support services span the full lifecycle: deployment, optimization, enhancement, and structured end-of-life planning
Project references
Deutsche Bahn enhances ICE Fleet connectivity with active antenna system
Deutsche Bahn selected HUBER+SUHNER’s SENCITY® Rail ACTIVE antenna to boost ICE train connectivity. The compact rooftop solution improves train-to-ground communication and supports multi-network data aggregation for better passenger Wi-Fi.
5G active antenna technology enhances data offload for Network Rail
Network Rail has deployed 5G Active Antenna technology on 14 infrastructure monitoring trains, enabling up to 1,000x faster data offload speeds. The solution simplifies onboard connectivity and supports real-time data transmission for improved rail safety and operational efficiency.
Brightline sets new standard in passenger Wi-Fi with advanced connectivity technology
Brightline becomes the first rail operator globally to deploy a hybrid connectivity solution combining 5G Active Antennas and LEO satellite communications. This breakthrough delivers fast, reliable onboard Wi-Fi—even at high speeds and in remote areas—enhancing passenger experience and operational connectivity.
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