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TRANSCEND · Project

Cyber and Physical Security Control Tower for Freight Transport Infrastructure

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Imagine a giant air traffic control center, but for cargo ships, trains, and trucks. Instead of just watching planes, it spots digital hacks or physical break-downs before they freeze the whole supply chain. It connects different companies so they can warn each other about dangers in real-time.

By the numbers
21
partners
5
pilot critical infrastructures
48%
industry ratio
The business problem

What needed solving

Freight transport networks are vulnerable to cyber and physical attacks, and because they are interconnected, a failure in one country can crash the entire European supply chain.

The solution

What was built

A digital Control Tower platform with embedded business intelligence and a set of risk-reduction tools and guidelines.

Audience

Who needs this

Freight terminal operatorsPort and airport authoritiesLogistics network managersCritical infrastructure security officers
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Logistics & Freight
enterprise
Target: Intermodal Terminal Operator

If you are a terminal operator dealing with unpredictable cargo delays and security gaps — this project developed a digital Control Tower that provides shared visibility of threats to keep goods moving.

Cybersecurity
mid-size
Target: Infrastructure Security Provider

If you are a security provider dealing with hybrid threats to transport hubs — this project developed advanced tools and guidelines that reduce risk for critical infrastructure operators.

Public Infrastructure
any
Target: Port Authority

If you are a port authority dealing with cross-border disruptions — this project developed technological solutions tested in 5 diverse pilots to prevent network-wide shutdowns.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or price of the solution?

Based on available project data, the specific cost or pricing model for the tools is not mentioned.

Is this ready for industrial scale?

The project is testing its approach through 5 diverse pilots, including three leaders and two followers, to demonstrate effectiveness before full scale.

How is the IP and licensing handled?

Based on available project data, there is no specific information regarding IP rights or licensing terms.

Does this help with EU regulations?

Yes, it aligns with the CER Directive and Council Recommendation 2023/C 20/01, focusing on protecting transport as a key sector.

When will the results be available?

The project period runs from 2024-09-01 to 2027-08-31.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is heavily weighted toward industrial application, with 10 industry partners and a 48% industry ratio. It involves 21 partners across 7 countries, combining the expertise of 4 research centers and 2 universities, indicating a strong push for practical, market-ready tools rather than pure theory.

How to reach the team

Contact the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore how the TRANSCEND Control Tower can secure your logistics network.

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