Cyber-Physical Systems Resilience in Rail: Hitachi Rail’s Bruno Corasolla at Cyber Senate 2025

The rail sector is undergoing rapid digital transformation, making cyber-physical systems (CPS) resilience more important than ever. At the Cyber-Physical Systems Protection Conference 2025 (London, November 25–26), hosted by Cyber Senate, rail industry leaders will gather to explore how cybersecurity can be embedded into the future of rail innovation.

One of the key voices in this conversation is Bruno Corasolla, Global Head of Digital Trains at Hitachi Rail, who will highlight how rail operators and suppliers can ensure their systems are both innovative and secure-by-design.

Why Cyber-Physical Systems Matter in Rail

Modern railways depend on CPS — from digital signaling and automated control systems to onboard monitoring and connected rolling stock. These integrated technologies enable faster, safer, and more efficient rail services.

However, they also expose the sector to critical risks:

  • Cyberattacks on signaling systems that could disrupt operations and passenger safety.

  • Vulnerabilities in supply chain software and hardware.

  • Complex regulatory requirements across national and international standards.

As CPS continues to evolve, so too must the resilience strategies that protect them.

Bruno Corasolla: Driving Secure Digital Innovation

Bruno Corasolla has been with Hitachi Rail for over 8 years and currently serves as Global Head of Digital Trains within the company’s Global Innovation team. His work includes:

  • Establishing the rolling stock cybersecurity team in Hitachi Rail UK.

  • Leading contributions to the IEC 63452 standard for railway cybersecurity.

  • Representing the UK in CENELEC TC 9X/WG26, which addresses cybersecurity in the railway sector.

His leadership ensures cybersecurity is not just a compliance checkbox but a foundation for digital innovation in rail systems worldwide.

Session Spotlight

📌 Wednesday 26 November, 13:45 – 14:15
Safe Tracks Ahead: Embedding Cybersecurity into Railway Innovation

Key themes include:

  • Building secure-by-design principles into rail projects.

  • Supporting CNI operators to identify HRG and maintain CAF.

  • Translating cybersecurity standards into actionable governance.

  • Creating a security-aware culture across engineering, operations, and leadership.

Rail at the Core of Critical Infrastructure

Rail is more than transport — it’s part of the critical infrastructure backbone that supports economies and communities worldwide. Ensuring the resilience of railway cyber-physical systems is essential for operational safety, passenger trust, and national security.

At Cyber-Physical Systems Protection 2025, Bruno Corasolla and other global experts will share insights on how rail can embrace innovation without compromising resilience.

👉 Learn more and register here: Cyber-Physical Systems Protection 2025