CatVue

Overhead catenary systems are critical to rail performance. But with infrequent manual inspections, faults go undetected. This can cause service disruptions that result in costly fines and repairs, with £1.5 million the average cost for a dewirement delay.

Why risk it?

Prioritising Maintenance to Prevent Catenary Failures

CatVue represents a breakthrough in train-borne infrastructure monitoring, designed to assess, predict, and prevent catenary failures with minimal disruption. Eliminating the need for manual inspections, CatVue empowers operators to prioritise maintenance based on actual asset condition rather than fixed schedules—improving resource allocation and operational efficiency.

Fail to monitor, fail to move

Traditional maintenance relies on manual inspections, often done overnight, making them slow and prone to errors. With a compact camera mounted on the train, CatVue continuously records while the train is in motion, providing full visibility into pantograph and catenary interactions. It tracks key metrics against machine-learned thresholds, detecting wear, tension shifts, and electrical issues – so teams can respond earlier, plan ahead, and prevent failures before they happen.

What CatVue Delivers

Catenary monitoring

Records pantograph and catenary interaction continuously while trains are in motion, collecting condition data during normal passenger service.

Virtual track walk

Provides a remote, visual view of overhead line condition, removing the need for physical track access during inspection.

Interaction analysis

Analyses pantograph and catenary behaviour across the network, highlighting areas of wear, deviation, or abnormal interaction.

Condition alerts

Flags emerging catenary issues based on monitored condition data, prompting timely review and investigation.

The Benefits of CatVue

Increased visibility

Offers a holistic approach to inspections, increasing visibility and understanding of issues.

Improved staff safety

Lessens the need for trackside access and manual inspections, lowering staff’s exposure to risk.

Reduced disruptions

Supports planned intervention, avoiding emergency repair, line teardown, and potential threats to reputation.

Maximised availability

Ensures consistent fleet readiness, supporting timetable stability and network performance.

Why choose CatVue?

Catenary systems are exposed to various environmental and operational stresses that make them prone to risks. Discover how our CatVue solution helps to prevent failures.