Progress Rail and Railmonitor to Advance Predictive Monitoring for Rail Infrastructure

May 8, 2026

ALBERTVILLE, Alabama – Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, today announced a strategic collaboration with Railmonitor, a Denmark‑based technology company. The agreement brings together Railmonitor’s sensor‑based monitoring and analytics platform with Progress Rail’s global infrastructure portfolio and service footprint – positioning Progress Rail to deliver data‑driven solutions that help railways improve track reliability, availability and lifecycle performance.

“Customers are increasingly looking for smarter, more proactive ways to manage rail infrastructure,” said Sam Doerr, executive vice president of infrastructure for Progress Rail. “By combining Railmonitor’s digital monitoring with our track expertise and service capabilities, we are applying advanced technology to help customers solve their toughest challenges and make better, data‑driven maintenance decisions.”

Railmonitor’s technology provides continuous, real-time monitoring of switches, track and structures – using distributed sensors connected to a cloud-based digital platform. The system converts raw data into clear asset condition insights, automated alerts and indicators that help identify degradation before failures occur. This supports a shift from reactive or time-based maintenance to predictive, condition-based strategies, reducing unplanned downtime and improving network availability.

“We are stepping into a phase where speed and focus matter,” said Niels Juul, chief executive officer of Railmonitor. “This relationship with Progress Rail gives us direct access to key markets and customers, and it confirms the relevance of our technology. Our priority is clear: accelerate deployment, continue to innovate, and ensure our solutions create tangible value for railway operators globally.”

The collaboration enables Progress Rail to offer Railmonitor’s technology to its customers, while addressing growing demand for earlier, data‑driven visibility into the condition of critical rail infrastructure. Through integrating into Progress Rail’s sales and service model, Railmonitor’s technology will be deployed consistently and embedded seamlessly within customers’ existing maintenance programs.

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About Progress Rail

Progress Rail is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. and a leading provider of rolling stock, infrastructure and advanced technologies for global rail customers. The company delivers EMD^® locomotives and engines, trackwork, signaling, fasteners, and comprehensive locomotive and freight car services, along with aftermarket parts and recycling. Its technology portfolio includes data analytics, automation, connected assets, predictive maintenance and yard optimization tools. With support from Caterpillar and a network of nearly 150 locations worldwide, Progress Rail delivers innovative, reliable solutions to the rail industry. Learn more at progressrail.com.

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