MLL wins network contract at TransPennine Express

Due for completion in 2025, this follows a competitive tender where enhanced network security, resilience and bandwidth availability were high priorities. MLL’s managed SD-WAN solution will also ensure seamless connection for employees to key administrative applications.

The SD-WAN includes dual rather than single circuits and the implementation of Fortinet firewalls. The network will be monitored and supported 24/7 by MLL’s Network Operations Centre (NOC).

“As MLL’s first customer in the Transportation sector we are especially delighted to be providing TransPennine Express with a modern, high quality managed network solution,” said Ross Billington, MLL Strategic Client Services Director. “MLL are very excited to bring our engineering expertise in providing SD-WAN and critical networking infrastructure to a new sector.”

Mark Morgans, Head of IT said “Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and we are continually investing in technology. The provision of SD-WAN into our business will ensure our security and operational platforms are resilient and available which, ultimately will help improve the journey experience for those travelling on our trains.”

TransPennine Express provides rail services for customers across the North of England and into Scotland.