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21/11/2025 Digital solutions guarding railway safetyFrom December 14, 2025, on selected sections of railway lines managed by Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. operational implementation of the GSM-R digital communication system begins. This is a key step towards improving the safety, interoperability and quality of communication in rail transport. The GSM-R system is based on digital communication technology between participants of the transport process and, together with the ETCS system, is part of the European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS). Its launch means improved safety and increased transport efficiency. - Thanks to the GSM-R system, we increase safety and interoperability, and are also preparing for full integration with the European ERTMS system - said Michal Gil, Member of the Management Board, Operations Director, PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. The GSM-R system is a modern digital communication platform that will also provide a safe communication channel resistant to listening and interference by unauthorized persons. The implementation is intended to eliminate the risk associated with unauthorized use of the Alarm signal in the Radio-Stop system in the currently used VHF system and to increase the efficiency of railway communication. - Safe and stable communication is the foundation of a modern railway. GSM-R eliminates the risk of unauthorized interference and improves traffic service standards. We would like to thank all carriers who, together with us, are preparing to implement the system from mid-December. This is not only an expression of responsibility for the railway. It is a symbolic, patriotic team game for the security of the Polish state - added Michal Gil, Member of the Management Board, Director of Operations, PKP Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. The first stage will be launched on December 14, 2025, preceded by a two-week preliminary operation from December 1, 2025. It will include the following sections: line no. 1: Zyrardow - Koluszki, line no. 17: Koluszki - Lodz Widzew, line no. 11: Skierniewice - Lowicz Glowny, line no. 3: Warszawa Golabki - Paczkowo, line no. 9: Mleczewo - Gdansk Glowny, line no. 456: Warszawa Praga WPT - Chotomow, line no. 202: Gdansk Glowny - Gdynia Glowna, line no. 260: Pszczolki - Pruszcz Gdanski. The second stage of implementation is scheduled for March 8, 2026, with initial operation from February 22, 2026. It will cover the following sections: line no. 2 Sulejowek Milosna - Terespol (GP), line no. 3 Paczkowo - Kunowice (GP), line no. 12 Skierniewice - Lukow, line no. 132 Opole Glowny - Wroclaw Glowny, line no. 273 Wroclaw Glowny - Wroclaw Muchobor, line no. 275 Wroclaw Muchobor - Legnica - Milkowice, line no. 282 Milkowice - Wegliniec, line no. 295 Wegliniec - Bielawa Dolna (GP).Polskie Linie Kolejowe S.A. they are also finalizing work on updating the Ir5a Instruction on the use of radio communication devices in the GSM-R network, which takes into account the experience gained during the observed operation of this system on railway line No. 9 on the Warszawa Praga Towarowa - Mleczewo section.
