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Rail Technology Enhancing Safety and Efficiency​

Petards Rail delivers advanced surveillance and monitoring systems designed specifically for the rail industry. Our rail technology enhances safety, operational efficiency, and compliance across train and trackside environments.
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Comprehensive Solutions for Safer, Smarter Rail Networks

From on-train surveillance to trackside monitoring and data-driven insights, our integrated advanced rail technologies are built to meet the complex needs of modern rail operations. Browse our solutions to the right to explore how our technologies help rail operators improve safety, efficiency, and passenger confidence.

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Interior Surveillance Camera

Capture high-quality digital footage on trains with our highly flexible, digital eyeTrain interior surveillance camera.

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Forward Facing Camera

Investigate operational incidents and minimise service disruption with our ruggedised and high-definition, driver-eye view CCTV solution.

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Driver Controlled Operation

Make sure your rail fleet departs from stations safely and swiftly to minimise platform dwell time with our digital, camera-based system.

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Automatic Selective Door Operation

Safely operate passenger doors at short platforms flexibly across peak and off-peak periods with our on-train digital technology.

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Pantograph Surveillance Camera

Monitor pantograph and overhead line condition with our ruggedised eyeTrain Pantograph Surveillance Camera to avoid service delays.

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Track Debris Camera

The instantly accessible, high-definition video footage received from this technology allows you to quickly analyse incidents and near misses.

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Proven Performance Across the Global Rail Sector

30,000+

cameras in Service,

enhancing safety across

global rail networks.

60,000+

line-replaceable units,

supporting efficient maintenance

and operations.

Top 1%

sustainability rating,

recognised in the top 1%

for sustainability performance.

Decades

of industry experience,

delivering innovative

solutions.

Trusted for Generations, Proven Today

Petards Joyce-Loebl (PJL) equipment has been supporting the UK rail industry for decades, with six generations of our systems still in service on rolling stock across the country. This long-standing track record shows our commitment to reliability and innovation over time. Our latest Gen 6 equipment is installed in some of the most reliable fleets in the UK, proving its performance in the toughest, real-world conditions. It’s this combination of experience and modern technology that makes PJL a trusted name in rail.
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Pioneering Rail Safety and Surveillance

Petards Rail designs and delivers advanced monitoring systems trusted by leading rail operators. With decades of experience, we combine innovation, compliance, and reliability to support safer, smarter rail networks

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About Us

Petards Rail is a global provider of innovative rail technologies and railway systems. We provide exceptional customer service and cutting-edge data and video solutions to our clients. These solutions include internal and external CCTV, ASDO passenger counting and DCO equipment.

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