Underground and Under Control: Tunnels and Cybersecurity

The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) commissioned Schréder, in partnership with Phoenix Contact, to deliver the lighting solution. More than 6,200 energy-efficient LED luminaires managed by the ATS control system were installed to light this bi-directional tunnel; every single one can be controlled, and light levels can be adapted according to specific tunnel conditions like weather, day mode, night mode, maintenance and emergency sensor inputs. The customer was delighted that we offered cybersecurity by design when it came to developing this package.

Constant connection is the new normal, and tunnel owners have every right to expect a level of information about tunnel performance that is consistent with other strategic infrastructure assets. That also means taking cybersecurity as seriously as the risk of fire, flood or accidents - and with ATS 4, we believe we’ve set the standard once again.
 

About the writer
Koen joined Schréder in 2008, with a solid experience in engineering to market control systems which were slowly gaining momentum in the lighting industry. He was instrumental in developing our smart lighting systems for both roads and tunnels, offering pragmatic advice. Indeed, with his experience and knowledge, he took control of the Group Sales Support to accompany many customers on this journey. Today, he is also bringing his valuable expertise to the tunnel lighting market, expanding our service offering and delivering projects worldwide.

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