Netherlands Urged to Invest in Railway Security
The Netherlands' railway system is vulnerable to sabotage and cyberattacks, and the government must invest at least €600 million to strengthen security, according to a report from the Physical Environment Advisory Council (OFL).
The council concluded that the country's railways are currently optimized for efficiency and punctuality but are insufficiently prepared for deliberate attacks or cyber intrusions. Current policies focus mainly on operational disruptions caused by weather or technical failures, which experts say is outdated.
Recommended Security Measures
- Installing fences along railway lines
- Surveillance cameras
- Anti-drone measures
While specific locations are not identified, Utrecht hosts two major rail hubs and houses a key traffic control center operated by ProRail. Authorities suspect that a deliberate cable fire disrupted train services at Schiphol Airport throughout June.
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Author's summary: Netherlands needs €600 million to secure railways.