Sensonic, a global leader in fibre optic sensing for railways, has appointed Shri Ashish Upadhyay as its new CEO. He has deep expertise in signalling, infrastructure, and cybersecurity which will help in advancement of Sensonic. He brings decades of leadership and innovation experience from firms like Cylus, Alstom, and RVNL to drive Sensonic’s mission of smart, secure railway operations worldwide.
Sensonic Names New Global CEO:
Shri Ashish Upadhyay has been appointed as new global Chief Executive Officer at Sensonic, a pioneer in fibre optic sensing and railway intelligence. The appointment marks a strategic move to bolster Sensonic’s technological and international growth ambitions.
Background of the New CEO:
Shri Ashish Upadhyay brings a rich blend of experience in core railway systems, advanced signalling, and the rapidly evolving domain of rail cybersecurity. His appointment aligns with Sensonic’s commitment to enhancing safety, efficiency, and innovation in rail infrastructure monitoring.
Career Highlights:
- Prior to joining Sensonic, Shri Ashish served as Director for Asia Pacific at Cylus, a global leader in rail cybersecurity. In this role, he was instrumental in expanding cybersecurity adoption across markets including Australia, India, Singapore, Japan, and South Korea.
- He also held senior roles at Alstom, where he led projects focused on AI, security, and IoT, and earlier contributed to national railway signalling and telecom projects at Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL).
About Sensonic’s Mission:
Sensonic uses advanced Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) to turn existing fibre optic cables along rail tracks into intelligent sensors. These sensors provide real-time data to prevent derailments, detect security threats, and optimise maintenance—supporting railway operators worldwide in making safer and smarter decisions.
Insights:
Shri Alok Sinha, previous CEO of Sensonic said, “Ashish’s experience in delivering critical and innovative rail technology solutions in global markets will stand him in good stead to lead Sensonic into a successful next stage growing its presence exploiting the advanced information technologies we have developed. This strategic move ensures a smooth transition together with an injection of new energy in Sensonics continued focus on empowering railways with insights to revolutionise their operations.”
Shri Ashish Upadhyay, new CEO of Sensonic said, “Rail networks worldwide are under increasing pressure to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Sensonic’s technology transforms existing fiber optic cables into intelligent, real-time monitoring systems – offering rail operators unprecedented visibility into their networks. I look forward to working with our talented team to push the boundaries of what’s possible, leveraging AI and IoT to drive innovation and create intelligent, self-learning rail networks. Together, we will empower railway operators with the tools they need to enhance performance, prevent disruptions, and shape the future of rail transportation globally.”
Conclusion:
Shri Ashish Upadhyay’s appointment reflects Sensonic’s strategic push towards innovation and global growth. His expertise in cybersecurity and railway systems positions him to lead the company into a new era of intelligent rail infrastructure. Sensonic continues to redefine railway safety and performance with cutting-edge fibre optic sensing technology.
Source: Sensonic – Press Release
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