Railways

Our services make it easier to achieve compliance with international standards covering onboard and signalling software, signalling, electronic equipment and communications.

Our experts have years of experience in the field of functional safety and are familiar with the specific requirements and practices of the railway industry. As an ISO/IEC 17020 and 17025 accredited testing, and inspection body, we provide independent safety assessment and certification according to:

• EN 50128 (software)
• EN 50657 (software onboard rolling stock)
• EN 50129 (Signalling)
• EN 50155 (electronic equipment used on rolling stock)
• EN 50159 (communication)

In addition, our experts are able to offer calculations and analyses according to EN 50126 – Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Safety (RAMS).

Having an independent body such as SGS review and confirm the functional safety of components, systems and processes helps to win customer trust and build market share.

Employ our expertise to ensure your functional safety compliance. Contact your local SGS office today.