Low Earth Orbit Satellite Train Connectivity
Buyer: Department for Transport
- Published
- 19 August 2025
- Lots
- 1
- Notice number
- 049932-2025
- Reference
- ocds-h6vhtk-058ac3
- Official source
- Official source
CPV codes
- 32412000Communications network
- 32530000Satellite-related communications equipment
- 32531000Satellite communications equipment
Description
The Department for Transport secured funding as part of Spending Review 2025 to improve the provision of on-train wifi for rail passengers. Our objective is to retro-fit Great British Railway train operators' mainlines trains (c. 1,425 units) by 2030. We intend to upgrade the existing in-carriage on-train wifi equipment to the latest standards, provide low earth orbit (LEO) satellite internet connectivity to enhance the existing mobile network operator connections, and hence deliver a more generally available higher speed internet connection for wifi-connected rail passengers. To meet our objectives and timescales, we are developing our procurement and delivery strategies. To help shape our approach we are now seeking engagement with interested parties in the value chain including suppliers and stakeholders. The Department for Transport secured funding as part of Spending Review 2025 to improve the provision of on-train wifi for rail passengers. Our objective is to retro-fit the majority of Great British Railway train operators' mainlines trains by 2030. We intend to upgrade the existing in-carriage on-train wifi equipment to the latest standards, provide low earth orbit (LEO) …
Official publications
- FTS · 049932-2025 · 19 August 2025
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