Expanding our FRMCS Expertise: Welcome Hendrik Holz

Relocating from Germany, Hendrik brings nearly 30 years of hands-on experience. He’s led major upgrades for railway communication across Europe including German DB GSM-R upgrade, Dutch NS Reizigers GSM-R fleet upgrade and more recently in Israel as well. He has also played a key role in shaping the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) through his work with the International Union of Railways (UIC), the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) and the Unitel Committe of UNIFE between 2013-2025.

“Hendrik is a strategic hire for our business as we look to further enhance our capabilities within the rail telecommunications sector. With FRMCS set to replace incumbent Global System for Mobile Communication – Railway (GSM-R) networks over the coming years, our clients will require a team with deep expertise in both technologies and system integration.

“Hendrik’s proven experience further enhances our ambition to become the industries system integrator of choice. He offers a unique point of difference and one that will be incredibly valuable to our team and our clients.”

Jason Powell, Director – Rail Systems East Division

“I’m thrilled to join SYSTRA, a company recognised globally for its leadership in rail systems. Having helped other networks through similar transitions, I’m looking forward to bringing that experience to the Australian market.

“It’s an exciting time to be part of an industry on the cusp of major transformation.”

Hendrik Holz

Hendrik is also a passionate advocate for rail telecommunications, regularly sharing insights at industry events and international conferences.

His appointment further enhances our capabilities in rail telecommunications, GSMR and FRMCS.

For more information on our expertise in rail telecommunications, please click here.