Safety and security, availability and certification of the GSM-R network for ETCS purposes

This paper presents selected aspects that affect information security in the GSM-R digital mobile phone network. With respect to telecommunications safety, selected methods and mechanisms have been analysed that make it possible to ensure the required level of radio coverage, reliability, availability and continuity of services in the GSM-R network. The paper also discusses selected modules for EC procedures for assessment and verification used in the technical specifications for interoperability.