Press release

Plasser Diagnostics brings together measuring and testing technologies, inspection services, and data solutions. This transforms precise condition data into a clear basis for targeted maintenance. In this way, the Plasser & Theurer Group provides a single point of contact for track diagnostics.

Combined expertise for track diagnostics

Higher network utilization, shorter track possessions, and growing demands for availability and safety are making railway infrastructure maintenance increasingly complex. For this reason, Plasser Diagnostics brings together the measuring and testing expertise of the Plasser & Theurer Group. The portfolio ranges from individual measuring and testing systems, through to complete equipment solutions for track recording vehicles, right up to fully integrated inspection vehicles, services, and data solutions. As part of the Plasser & Theurer Group’s global sales and service network, Plasser Diagnostics supports customers around the world.

“With Plasser Diagnostics, we're consolidating our expertise in measuring and testing under one shared responsibility. This enables us to provide our customers with direct access to state-of-the-art track diagnostics and to combine measuring and testing technologies, services, and data solutions under one roof,” says Johannes Max-Theurer, CEO of Plasser & Theurer.

From data to a basis for sound decision making

The Plasser Diagnostics portfolio includes, among other things, high-precision measuring of track geometry and track position, turnout measuring under load and dynamic forces, video and radar technologies, and non-destructive ultrasonic testing of rails. Depending on the application and vehicle configuration, the systems record the condition of the infrastructure at speeds ranging from 0 to over 300 km/h – during normal railway operations, between scheduled train journeys, during the “yellow fleet’s” transfer travel, or track possessions.

Measuring is the first step in the process. Information from various measuring, testing, and inspection systems is consolidated and correlated to provide a more comprehensive picture of the condition of the infrastructure. This makes it possible to identify safety-relevant defects, to track changes and wear patterns as well as to plan and prioritize maintenance measures in a more targeted manner.

Real-time analysis and AI-based detection make relevant information available even while a measuring run is still in progress. As a result, the condition of the infrastructure can be assessed more quickly and maintenance needs identified at an earlier stage.

“Added value is created when data leads to better decisions. Our customers want to know which defects are safety-relevant, how the condition of their infrastructure is changing, and where maintenance can extend the service life of their infrastructure assets. That is precisely what we provide at Plasser Diagnostics: a reliable basis for decision making,” says Stefan Damm, managing director of Plasser Diagnostics.

Large-scale diagnostics

One of Plasser Diagnostics’ unique strengths is its connection to the Plasser & Theurer machine fleet, which is in operation worldwide. Maintenance machines equipped with intelligent systems can serve as additional sources of data. This makes it possible to update condition data more frequently and to use it for predictive maintenance.

Launch at InnoTrans 2026

Plasser Diagnostics will be presented by Plasser & Theurer at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin, in Hall 26, Stand 270. Managing Director Stefan Damm and Plasser Diagnostics experts will be on hand to discuss specialist topics relating to measuring, testing, and diagnostic technologies for railway infrastructure.

Plasser Diagnostics – Enabling smart infrastructure decisions.

www.plasserdiagnostics.com