Passenger Transportation JSC launched a pilot project with the introduction of Internet access on train No. 3/4 Astana-Almaty, making it the first train in Kazakhstan to offer this service. The 17-hour journey saw 500 passengers benefiting from the ability to connect to the Internet while traveling.
Passengers used the service to make video calls via WhatsApp, watch YouTube videos, and access other popular online platforms. However, access to torrents and streaming download sites is restricted. Many passengers expressed that the availability of the Internet made the trip more comfortable and engaging, especially on long routes.
The Internet service on the train is powered by modern satellite technology. Satellite equipment installed on the locomotive ensures stable and high-speed connectivity throughout the journey.
"Introducing the Internet on trains is an important step in the development of passenger transport. We aim to make travel convenient and in line with the demands of the modern world, where access to information and communication is crucial. This project allows passengers to stay connected, work, and relax at the same time. In the future, we plan to expand the service, starting with providing Internet on all 15 Talgo train routes," said Anuar Akhmetzhanov, CEO of Passenger Transportation JSC.
The project was made possible through the collaboration of the Ministries of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, Transport, Jusan Mobile, and the official distributor of Eutelsat-OneWeb in Kazakhstan.
"The launch of the pilot project on a KTZ train using the Eutelsat-OneWeb low-orbit satellite constellation is a significant event in the digitalization of transport. Thanks to our partners, we’ve demonstrated that, even under challenging conditions, it’s possible to provide passengers with high-speed (50-100 Mbps) and reliable Internet. This success opens new possibilities for the country’s digital transformation and enhances the comfort of travel for Kazakhstan’s citizens," said Zhaslan Madiyev, Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry.
The project also includes mobile terminals for conductors to check tickets, chest video recorders for train staff, and video surveillance systems. All recordings are automatically saved to cloud storage, increasing the level of control and security.
Furthermore, the introduction of the Internet has changed payment methods in the dining car — passengers can now pay for their orders via POS terminals while on the move.
The goal set by “Engineering Company “КАZTECHNOLOGY” Limited Liability Partnership as its primary objective is to provide its clients with wide and high-quality spectrum of leisure services through ensuring of access to multimedia entertainment portal and additional services hosted at train servers by wireless technology (Wi-Fi) (hereinafter – Services).
All terms and conditions of this Agreement are mandatory both for User and Executive. Prior to using the Services any User is obliged to get familiar with the terms and conditions of this public offer.
Services shall be rendered on the basis of «Rules for Service Using” which impose on users the certain restrictions concerning the actions which may restrict or impinge upon the rights and freedoms of other users.
Rules for Service Using
Defined terms and notations
“Executive” is “Engineering Company “КАZTECHNOLOGY” Limited Liability Partnership. Legal address: Office 413, MARDEN Business Center, 14 Beibitshilik Str., Nur-Sultan, 010000, the Republic of Kazakhstan.
“User” is any physical person who had attained the age of eighteen, group of such persons or organization (institution, firm with any form of ownership and so on) which constitutes a legal entity being in need of Services and having technical capability to obtain them.
“User’s technical capability” means the User’s location in the radio coverage area of Wi-Fi access points (supported by device of IEEE 802.11 standard for Wi-Fi) of Executive and using for access to the Services of the User’s adjusted hardware and software (supported by browser of html5, cookie and javascript technologies device). Users shall configure software and set hardware up by themselves.
In using the Services, it is prohibited to:
Restrict the access of other Users or obstruct other Users in using the Services.
Send advertising, information and other materials without consent (or in lack of application) by the mail recipients, as well as to electronic publications and conferences irrelevant on the subject matter.
Perform “fan” (mass) mailing of advertising, information and other materials to other users of Internet unless the recipients give their consent to receive the said materials both to personal e-mail address and via electronic public access publications and conferences not intended for such purposes.
Perform self-willed (unauthorized) penetrations into any process components (units), programs, databases and other constituent elements of the Executive’s network and Internet. Penetration should be understood as any actions, against committing of which, or attempted committing of which, the legal accountability is established in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Transmit any information or software containing viruses or other harmful components.
Send, transmit, reproduce, provide or otherwise use for commercial purposes the any information, software or other materials, fully or partially obtained by means of the Services (unless expressly permitted by a provider of such information, software or other products).
Executive is not obliged to track the content of information circulated via the Services. However, the User assumes the condition the Executive shall be entitled to trace, from time to time, the information which passes through the Services and disclose any information should it be necessary according to the law, requirements of authorized state institutions, or for normal functioning of the Services, or for protection of the Executive and other Users, as well as any third persons whose rights and interests were, or might be, infringed.
Executive may terminate the User’s access to the Service without preliminary warning if the User appears to be involved in the actions which are, as the Executive reasonably believes, violating the rules and standards set forth in this Agreement.
Parties shall bear responsibility for failure to perform or improper performance of their obligations according to applicable legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Users confirm that they agree with these Rules for Services using by clicking the “I accept the terms” key placed under the text of these Rules for Services using.
Service rendering commencement is determined from:
the moment of first connection to portal access;
from the moment of first connection to video view;
and is effective through entire time under the rate plan.
By accepting this Agreement term the Users give their consent to receive from the Executive any information and advertising messages to specified e-mail address, and to telephone number by SMS as well.
“Engineering Company “КАZTECHNOLOGY” LLP, 2019
The goal set by “Engineering Company “КАZTECHNOLOGY” Limited Liability Partnership as its primary objective is to provide its clients with wide and high-quality spectrum of leisure services through ensuring of access to multimedia entertainment portal and additional services hosted at train servers by wireless technology (Wi-Fi) (hereinafter – Services).
All terms and conditions of this Agreement are mandatory both for User and Executive. Prior to using the Services any User is obliged to get familiar with the terms and conditions of this public offer.
Services shall be rendered on the basis of «Rules for Service Using” which impose on users the certain restrictions concerning the actions which may restrict or impinge upon the rights and freedoms of other users.
Rules for Service Using
Defined terms and notations
“Executive” is “Engineering Company “КАZTECHNOLOGY” Limited Liability Partnership. Legal address: Office 413, MARDEN Business Center, 14 Beibitshilik Str., Nur-Sultan, 010000, the Republic of Kazakhstan.
“User” is any physical person who had attained the age of eighteen, group of such persons or organization (institution, firm with any form of ownership and so on) which constitutes a legal entity being in need of Services and having technical capability to obtain them.
“User’s technical capability” means the User’s location in the radio coverage area of Wi-Fi access points (supported by device of IEEE 802.11 standard for Wi-Fi) of Executive and using for access to the Services of the User’s adjusted hardware and software (supported by browser of html5, cookie and javascript technologies device). Users shall configure software and set hardware up by themselves.
In using the Services, it is prohibited to:
Restrict the access of other Users or obstruct other Users in using the Services.
Send advertising, information and other materials without consent (or in lack of application) by the mail recipients, as well as to electronic publications and conferences irrelevant on the subject matter.
Perform “fan” (mass) mailing of advertising, information and other materials to other users of Internet unless the recipients give their consent to receive the said materials both to personal e-mail address and via electronic public access publications and conferences not intended for such purposes.
Perform self-willed (unauthorized) penetrations into any process components (units), programs, databases and other constituent elements of the Executive’s network and Internet. Penetration should be understood as any actions, against committing of which, or attempted committing of which, the legal accountability is established in the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Transmit any information or software containing viruses or other harmful components.
Send, transmit, reproduce, provide or otherwise use for commercial purposes the any information, software or other materials, fully or partially obtained by means of the Services (unless expressly permitted by a provider of such information, software or other products).
Executive is not obliged to track the content of information circulated via the Services. However, the User assumes the condition the Executive shall be entitled to trace, from time to time, the information which passes through the Services and disclose any information should it be necessary according to the law, requirements of authorized state institutions, or for normal functioning of the Services, or for protection of the Executive and other Users, as well as any third persons whose rights and interests were, or might be, infringed.
Executive may terminate the User’s access to the Service without preliminary warning if the User appears to be involved in the actions which are, as the Executive reasonably believes, violating the rules and standards set forth in this Agreement.
Parties shall bear responsibility for failure to perform or improper performance of their obligations according to applicable legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Users confirm that they agree with these Rules for Services using by clicking the “I accept the terms” key placed under the text of these Rules for Services using.
Service rendering commencement is determined from:
the moment of first connection to portal access;
from the moment of first connection to video view;
and is effective through entire time under the rate plan.
By accepting this Agreement term the Users give their consent to receive from the Executive any information and advertising messages to specified e-mail address, and to telephone number by SMS as well.
“Engineering Company “КАZTECHNOLOGY” LLP, 2019
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