RMD, Sweden: Precision Rail Positioning for Trafikverket – Safety Boost

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Introduction

Railway Metrics and Dynamics (RMD) has secured a contract to provide a precision positioning service to the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket) for railway vehicles, enabling access to real-time positioning data from locomotives across Sweden. The framework agreement, valued at Skr10.5m ($1.11m) annually, extends until December 31, 2030, with a possible two-year extension.

Precision Positioning Service Contract

Contract Details

The contract awarded to RMD involves supplying a precision positioning service to the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket). The framework agreement is estimated to have an annual rental value of Skr10.5m ($1.11m). This agreement grants the administration continuous real-time positioning data access from locomotives operating throughout Sweden.

Service Package

RMD’s service package includes product supply, installation, communications, management, and support. The initial contract term is set to conclude on December 31, 2030. Trafikverket has the option to extend the agreement for an additional two years under the existing terms.

Technology and Implementation

The positioning service will utilize RMD’s Performance Monitoring Unit integrated with RTK-GPS technology. These units will be installed in locomotives to relay location and precision data directly to Trafikverket’s internal systems.

Operational Benefits

The Swedish Transport Administration, in collaboration with SOS Alarm, will use the positioning data to improve response times and accuracy during rail traffic incidents. The data will also support safety measures during wildlife incidents and may be used at unattended crossings in the future. Train operators and vehicle owners can access the service via a call-off process, requiring each railway company to rent one unit per locomotive in use.

Executive Commentary

RMD CEO Jan Lindqvist stated, “We are very happy about the news. This is positive for our market position and will contribute to safer rail traffic. The complete solution we offer combines high technical performance with easy installation. We look forward to delivering hardware and software.”

Company Background

RMD is a Swedish IT firm specializing in real-time analysis and monitoring platforms for transportation and infrastructure, with its technology initially developed for the rail sector. In October 2024, Scandinavian rail freight operator Hector Rail began testing the Digital Surveillance Camera System (rear-view camera) from RMD, which aims to reduce hazardous tasks.

Conclusion

RMD has been awarded a contract by the Swedish Transport Administration to supply a precision positioning service using Performance Monitoring Units and RTK-GPS technology. The contract, valued at Skr10.5m ($1.11m) annually, runs until December 31, 2030, with an option for a two-year extension. The service aims to improve safety and response times in railway operations.

Company Summary

Railway Metrics and Dynamics (RMD): A Swedish IT firm focused on real-time analysis and monitoring platforms for transportation and infrastructure, with its technology initially developed for the rail sector.

Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket): The entity responsible for railway vehicle management in Sweden.

Hector Rail: Scandinavian rail freight operator.

Technology

Digital Surveillance Camera System: A rear-view camera system developed by RMD.

Performance Monitoring Unit: A technology developed by RMD.

RTK-GPS: Real-Time Kinematic Global Positioning System technology.

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