QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB), announced that its software will power the next-generation railway protection system being deployed by Medha Servo Drives Pvt. Ltd. across India’s metro and monorail projects.
The deployment centers on Medha’s Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) system, designed to enhance safety, efficiency, and automation in urban transit. Powered by QNX OS for Safety, the CBTC platform enables real-time communication, coordination of train movements, and optimized headways, reducing delays while improving passenger experience.
The solution is engineered to meet EN50128 SIL 4 certification, the highest safety integrity level in railway signaling, with QNX’s platform pre-certified to IEC 61508 SIL3. This ensures compliance with international safety standards while delivering fault tolerance and reliability critical for modern infrastructure.
Dhiraj Handa, Senior VP and GM, Asia-Pacific at QNX, said: “Our software is built to meet the highest safety and reliability standards, and we’re excited to see it shape the future of public transportation across India.”
Medha executives added that the collaboration marks a step forward in modernizing India’s transit infrastructure, creating a smarter and safer travel experience for millions of daily commuters.
Globally, QNX OS for Safety has already been deployed in South Korea’s KORAIL Metro and Portugal’s national rail network, further cementing its reputation in safety-critical rail applications.