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Reuse what works
Reliable interlockings and surrounding systems should not be replaced simply because a new operational platform is introduced.
Traffic management for regional railways
Smart railways do not have to start from scratch. Say hi to your smooth operator.
Cactus Rail connects generations of railway technology in one adaptable environment—helping infrastructure owners centralise operations, use data more effectively and modernise without replacing everything that already works.
Built for the railway you already operate
Keep reliable infrastructure. Connect different suppliers. Modernise in manageable steps.
Since 1992
Continuous development of railway traffic management technology
12%
Of Sweden’s railway is managed by Cactus Rail
Old and new
Support for different suppliers and generations of railway technology
Step by step
Modernisation without one disruptive mega-project
Our approach
Modernisation as an evolution—not a forced restart
A modern operating environment should improve daily railway operations while preserving the infrastructure, knowledge and investments that still provide value.
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Remain independent
Separate products through clear interfaces so each functional area can evolve without creating unnecessary supplier dependency.
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Use your operational data
Make information available for traffic management, maintenance, reporting, passenger information and future services.
Modernise the operating environment—not necessarily every system at once.
Built for regional railways
One operating environment for a railway that keeps evolving
Regional railways rarely begin with a blank sheet of paper. They operate a mix of interlockings, protocols and supporting systems introduced by different suppliers over many years.
Cactus Rail specialises in making that environment work as one connected system—while giving the infrastructure owner a practical path for gradual change.
- Integrate different brands, protocols and technology generations
- Centralise one line, several lines or a complete network
- Adapt workflows and visualisation to local requirements
- Introduce new systems without rebuilding every connection
What our customers can expect
Our top key customer values
We develop railway systems around three priorities that matter throughout the complete lifecycle: precise operations, clear communication and responsible use of investment.
Precision
Automation, accurate timetable operation and clear real-time information help make better use of track capacity. The same precision guides how we plan and deliver our projects.
Communication
We listen closely and work transparently with our customers. Technically, our platform also ensures that interlockings, operational systems and passenger information work together.
Cost-efficiency
By reusing reliable signalling technology and modernising in manageable steps, we reduce disruption, protect earlier investments and let customers invest at their own pace.
Two products. One connected platform.
Cactus CCS connects. Cactus TMS operates.
The products have clearly defined roles. Together they create an adaptable traffic management environment without tightly coupling the operator platform to every underlying railway system.
Cactus CCS
Connects interlockings, timetables and surrounding systems and translates their information into one consistent railway object model.
- Legacy and modern interlockings
- Supplier-specific protocols and interfaces
- Real-time distribution of operational data
- Independent use with Cactus TMS or another TMS
Unified
information
information
Cactus TMS
Uses the unified information for efficient traffic control, automation, train monitoring and operational decision support.
- Centralised traffic control and monitoring
- Automatic route setting and timetable operation
- Train graphs and conflict detection
- Alarms, logging and event playback
The two products can be delivered together as one integrated solution, while retaining the flexibility to evolve independently. Explore the complete platform
Modules and capabilities
Extend the platform where it creates value
Specialist capabilities build on the operational and data foundation provided by Cactus TMS and Cactus CCS.
Optional shared module
Cactus Analytics
Use operational, maintenance and planning data for dashboards, performance indicators, historical analysis and continuous improvement.
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Cactus TMS capability
Test and simulation
Bring together the TMS, signalling behaviour, wayside interfaces, simulated trains and timetables in one controlled test environment.
Explore test and simulationProven in operation
One platform. Very different railway environments.
From long regional routes to one of Scandinavia’s largest public transport systems, Cactus technology is built for operationally critical environments.
Stockholm Public Transport
A new traffic control system for Stockholm’s red and blue metro lines, designed for continued operation, future expansion and reuse of well-functioning signalling technology.
250 millionPassenger journeys annually
25 yearsSupport included in the agreement
Inlandsbanan
A modern remotely operated traffic control system helping Inlandsbanan centralise operations across a long and geographically demanding railway.
1,100 kmIncluded in the remote-control project
Since 2017Cactus modernisation project
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Work on software that makes railway operations smarter and more sustainable. The challenges are varied, the systems are important and the distance from idea to decision is short.
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Connect the railway. Then make it smarter.
Whether your first priority is traffic management, integration, simulation or better use of operational data, we can help define a practical path forward.