Railway Cybersecurity Market Report 2026

The railway cybersecurity market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.73 billion in 2025 to $10.46 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing digitization of railway operations, growth of connected train systems, rising cyberattack incidents on critical infrastructure, expansion of passenger information systems, regulatory focus on transport cybersecurity.

The railway cybersecurity market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.87 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in smart rail infrastructure, rising demand for zero-trust security architectures, expansion of autonomous train operations, growing adoption of cloud-based rail systems, increasing focus on data protection compliance. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing deployment of advanced network security solutions, rising adoption of ai-based threat detection, growing focus on protecting signaling and control systems, expansion of on-board cybersecurity platforms, enhanced integration of real-time monitoring tools.

The increasing frequency of cyberattacks is expected to drive the growth of the railway cybersecurity market in the coming years. A cyberattack refers to any deliberate and unauthorized attempt to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of computer systems, networks, or sensitive data. Cyberattacks targeting railway systems can disrupt critical infrastructure, including signaling, communication, and control systems, leading to delays, service cancellations, and operational shutdowns that affect both passenger and freight transportation. Railway cybersecurity solutions help protect vital infrastructure, maintain operational continuity, and enhance passenger safety by implementing proactive security measures, identifying internal vulnerabilities, and addressing gaps in threat detection and reporting. For example, in August 2024, SecureWorld, a US-based cybersecurity publisher, reported that cyberattacks on railway systems increased by 220% over the past five years. Therefore, the growing incidence of cyberattacks is contributing to the expansion of the railway cybersecurity market.

Major companies operating in the railway cybersecurity market are focusing on the development of advanced technologies, such as comprehensive security platforms, to offer enhanced protection features and gain a competitive advantage. Security platforms are integrated systems designed to safeguard digital assets, data, networks, and infrastructure from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. For instance, in May 2023, Cylus Ltd., an Israel-based provider of railway cybersecurity solutions, introduced the Rail Tech Security Platform, a specialized solution designed specifically for operational rail technology systems. This platform provides real-time visibility, resilience, and regulatory compliance for both rolling stock and trackside operations. Its distinguishing feature is its rail-specific design, enabling seamless integration with existing rail operations and cybersecurity frameworks. The platform is intended to provide rail operators with actionable context and guidance to proactively monitor, manage, and mitigate cybersecurity risks across their operational technology environments.

In May 2024, Hitachi Rail, a UK-based provider of rolling stock, urban turnkey rail systems, signaling, and digital mobility solutions, acquired Thales Ground Transportation Systems for €1.66 billion. Through this acquisition, Hitachi Rail aims to significantly expand its global presence in transport infrastructure and accelerate its digital transformation by incorporating advanced signaling, communication, supervision, and cybersecurity capabilities into its portfolio. Thales Ground Transportation Systems is a Germany-based company specializing in railway signaling, train control, and fare collection systems.

Major companies operating in the railway cybersecurity market report include Siemens AG, Thales Group, Alstom SA, Hitachi Ltd., Cylus Ltd., Cisco Systems Inc., Nokia Corporation, ABB Ltd., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., International Business Machine Corporation, BAE Systems Plc, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Bombardier Inc., Cyberbit Ltd., Shift5 Inc., HollySys Automation Technologies Ltd., Robert Bosch GmbH, General Electric, Sabre Rail Services Ltd., Traffic Control Technology Co. Ltd., SafeRail SAS, Barbara IoT SL, SpirOps, C3UK Ltd., Cervello Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the railway cybersecurity market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the railway cybersecurity market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the railway cybersecurity market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The railway cybersecurity market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services, such as real-time alerts and continuous monitoring, vulnerability assessments, incident response services, and managed security services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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