Thanks to Icomera, Amtrak Midwest passengers enjoy seamless connectivity throughout their journey

Icomera has been selected by Amtrak to install, maintain, and monitor the onboard Internet service for 88 new Siemens Venture passenger cars, which are jointly owned by Midwestern states and operated by Amtrak.

Amtrak Midwest operates eight intercity passenger rail lines connecting 67 Amtrak stations in the region. The recent growth in passenger rail travel is a strong indicator of the importance of this mode of transportation for maintaining a balanced transportation system. It also demonstrates the need for further investment in passenger rail transportation.

Icomera continues to expand its role as a direct partner to Amtrak’s partners across the United States to implement multi-state technology initiatives. The project strengthens the relationship, which began in 2015, between Icomera and Amtrak, one of the first North American customers to have deployed the market-leading mobile connectivity platform aboard moving vehicles.

Amtrak’s passenger rail service connects communities in the Midwest, thereby boosting tourism, expanding mobility options for Illinois residents, and strengthening the local economy. Traveling with Amtrak is both convenient and affordable. A wide range of amenities are available, including free Wi-Fi access in moving train cars. Facilitating entertainment and productivity for Illinois passengers throughout their journey is one of the simplest ways to uphold the company’s reputation and enhance the onboard experience.